The City of Greater Sudbury in Ontario has officially released its list of designated employers for two key permanent residence pathways: the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). This marks a significant step forward for skilled foreign workers aiming to settle in rural or Francophone regions of Canada. Ontario PNP: Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) – Parisa Erfani
Overview of the RCIP and FCIP
Both pilots allow eligible foreign nationals to apply for Canadian permanent residence if they receive a community-endorsed job offer from a designated employer in a participating region.
- RCIP: Designed to fill labour shortages in rural Canadian communities.
- FCIP: Focuses on supporting Francophone communities outside of Quebec.
Sudbury, one of the few cities participating in both pilots, has been allocated:
- 525 nomination slots for RCIP, and
- 45 slots for FCIP for 2025.
Communities Covered
The boundaries of Greater Sudbury’s pilot programs extend beyond the city itself, encompassing nearby communities such as Killarney, St. Charles, and Noelville.
RCIP Designated Employers in Sudbury
Health Sector
- Autumnwood Mature Lifestyle Communities Inc.
- Behaviour Analysis North
- Extendicare York
- Imagine Therapeutic Services Inc.
- Paramed Inc.
- Sudbury Hyperbarics and Wound Care
- …and more
Education, Social & Government Services
- Canadian Mental Health Association – Sudbury/Manitoulin
- City of Greater Sudbury
- YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
- Elizabeth Fry Society
- Sudbury First Nations Church
- …and others
Trades & Transport
- Anmar Mechanical & Electrical Contractors
- Cambrian Ford Sales
- Friends Freight Solutions Inc.
- Laking Toyota
- Teranorth Construction & Engineering Ltd.
- …plus over 40 additional employers
Note: No designated employers have yet been listed for Natural Sciences, Resources, or Agriculture sectors.
FCIP Designated Employers in Sudbury
Business & Finance
- Highland Bookkeeping and Tax Prep
- Scotiabank – Algonquin Road branch
Health
- Northwood Medical Clinics Inc.
- Rehoboth Family Care
- Elgin Street Pharmacy
Education, Social & Community Services
- City of Greater Sudbury
- Northern Youth Services
- Sudbury Student Services Consortium
- YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
- …and others
Trades & Transport
- Northern Nissan
- R.M. Belanger Limited
- Viacore Solutions Inc.
Note: The “Arts, Culture, Recreation and Sport” sector is listed as a priority, but no designated employers have been named as of yet.
Why Designated Employers Matter
To be eligible for either pilot, foreign nationals must:
- Have a valid job offer from a designated employer in a participating community;
- Ensure the job is listed under the community’s priority occupations;
- Meet language requirements (for FCIP: French at NCLC 5 or higher);
- Demonstrate relevant work experience or qualify as an international graduate;
- Provide educational credentials and proof of sufficient funds.
Candidates who meet all these criteria and secure a certificate of recommendation from the community may then apply for permanent residence through the federal immigration system.
Final Thoughts
This newly released list of designated employers is a promising update for international job seekers looking to make Canada their permanent home through regional pathways. With Sudbury’s dual participation in both the RCIP and FCIP, the city is becoming a notable hub for community-driven immigration.
Interested in applying under the RCIP or FCIP in Sudbury?
Make sure your occupation is listed and connect with a designated employer today to begin your pathway to Canadian permanent residency.
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