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Caregivers Immigration to Ontario

Immigration programs, jobs, and salary data for caregivers looking to work in Ontario, Canada.

470
Jobs in Ontario
403
Employers
$20.50/hr
Median Wage
Very High
Demand

Immigration Programs for Ontario

Express Entry (FSW)

High Match

Federal Skilled Worker program for qualified professionals with work experience.

Provincial Nominee Program

Medium Match

Provinces nominate workers with in-demand skills. Adds 600 CRS points.

Temporary Work Permit (LMIA)

High Match

Employer-sponsored LMIA work permit — gain Canadian experience, then transition to PR.

Atlantic Immigration Program

Medium Match

Employer-driven program for Atlantic Canada with faster processing.

International Experience Canada

Medium Match

Working holiday or young professional visa for eligible countries.

Ontario PNP Streams for Caregivers

Provincial Nominee Program streams that match caregivers qualifications (TEER N/A).

New — Ontario Workforce Priority Stream

High Match
Pathway: Employer-drivenJob Offer: Required

This new stream targets skilled workers with a job offer in Ontario's in-demand sectors.

Ontario Workforce Priority stream

High Match
Pathway: Employer-drivenJob Offer: Required

This stream is designed for foreign workers with a job offer in a high-demand occupation in Ontario.

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Recent Express Entry Draws

DrawDateCategoryCRS CutoffITAs
#4532026-10-28Transport477150
#4522026-10-27French4075,000
#4512026-10-26PNP761792
#4502026-10-16French4355,000
#4492026-10-15CEC5192,500
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Cost of Living in Ontario

Monthly living costs for a caregivers relocating to Ontario. Source: CMHC and Statistics Canada.

$1,473/mo
Avg. Rent
$664/mo
Food
$994/mo
Transport
$266/mo
Utilities
3.4%
Vacancy Rate
45%
Rent-to-Income

Top Cities in Ontario

North York
102 jobs
Toronto
61 jobs
Mississauga
30 jobs
Thornhill
29 jobs
Brampton
27 jobs
Scarborough
18 jobs
Richmond Hill
16 jobs
Oakville
12 jobs

Caregivers Jobs in Ontario

Child Caregiver - Private Home

$21.00 hourly

Ronald Remolado · Courtice

Child Caregiver - Private Home

$22.00 hourly

Normand Family · Gloucester

Child Caregiver - Private Home

$24.85 hourly

Lindsay Hider · East York

Live-In Caregiver - Seniors

$19.00 to $22.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

Sreerajan Kannudurai · Markham

Child Caregiver - Private Home

$18.12 hourly

Dana Hassan Zeyad Rafih · Windsor

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Detailed Caregivers wage data in Ontario — median, low, high, and top cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Caregivers immigrate to Ontario, Canada?
Yes, Caregivers can immigrate to Ontario through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Express Entry, or employer-sponsored LMIA work permits. There are 470 active job openings in Ontario. The median wage is $20.50/hour.
What is the salary for Caregivers in Ontario?
The median wage for a caregivers in Ontario is $20.50 per hour. The range is from $16.00 (entry-level) to $27.00 (experienced). Source: ESDC Wage Data.
Which Ontario PNP streams can Caregivers apply to?
Caregivers may qualify for 2 PNP streams in Ontario: New — Ontario Workforce Priority Stream, Ontario Workforce Priority stream. Eligibility depends on your education, language scores, and work experience.
What is the cost of living in Ontario for Caregivers?
The average monthly rent in Ontario is $1,473. Monthly food costs average $664, and transportation averages $994. Source: CMHC and Statistics Canada.

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