What communities are part of the West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Pilot?
The pilot encompasses the communities of:
- Regional District of Central Kootenay: Creston, Yahk, East Shore of Kootenay Lake, Kaslo, North Kootenay Lake, Ainsworth, Balfour, Nelson, Ymir, Salmo, Castlegar, Slocan Valley, Silverton, New Denver, Nakusp, Burton, Fauquier, Edgewood and surrounding areas.
- [Most of] Regional District of Kootenay Boundary: Fruitvale, Trail, Warfield, Rossland, Christina Lake, Grand Forks, Greenwood, Midway, and Rock Creek and surrounding areas.
How do I get a job?
The West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Pilot is not responsible for finding jobs for applicants.
For current job opportunities in the region, visit Indeed.ca or Kootenay Jobs.
Note: the job must be located within this region
How do I hire someone through the pilot?
First, follow the steps outlined on the Employers page.
Once you are a designated employer, you will be able to access support via Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s Dedicated Service Channel.
What if I am already working in the West Kootenays?
If you are already employed in a full-time, non-seasonal job that meets all RCIP job requirements and you meet all RCIP candidate requirements then you can start the process with your Employer.
How long will the West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Pilot run?
The Rural Community Immigration Pilot will run until 2029.