Canada’s Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) helped skilled workers settle in smaller Canadian communities. Following its success, the government launched the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) in 2025—expanding access to new regions and keeping the focus on long-term local integration.

RCIP Eligibility Requirements

To apply under RCIP, you must:

1. Have a full-time, non-seasonal job offer from a designated employer

2. Show 1+ year of skilled work experience in the past 3 years

3. Meet language requirements:

   • CLB 6 – TEER 0 & 1

   • CLB 5 – TEER 2 & 3

   • CLB 4 – TEER 4 & 5

4. Hold a Canadian high school diploma or ECA-approved foreign equivalent

5. Show proof of settlement funds (unless working in Canada)

6. Demonstrate genuine intent to live in the hiring community

Why Choose RCIP?

1. Employer-backed route to Canadian permanent residence

2. Higher success rates than larger immigration streams

3. Ideal for applicants with lower CRS scores or no Express Entry profile

4. Chance to build a stable life in family-friendly, affordable communities

How Eiffel Immigration Can Help

At Eiffel Immigration, our team of regulated consultants can:

1. Assess your eligibility for RCIP or alternative rural programs

2. Connect you with designated employers in participating communities

3. Guide you through the application and documentation process

Book a consultation today and let’s begin your journey to permanent residency in Canada’s rural heartlands.