Great news for those looking to work in Canada!
The Canadian government is creating a new immigration stream just for foreign workers in agriculture and fish processing. This could open the door for many people looking for job opportunities in farming, food, and seafood sectors.
πΎ What Is This New Work Stream?
IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) announced in its 2025β2026 plan that theyβre working on a new program to hire foreign workers in two key sectors:
- Agriculture (Farming, Food production)
- Fish Processing (Seafood factories, Packing units)
Hereβs what we know so far:
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A sector-specific work permit will be created β meaning itβs only for jobs in farming and fish processing.
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It may include partner country agreements β making it easier to hire from specific countries.
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IRCC and ESDC (Employment and Social Development Canada) will work together on this program.
π€ Why Is Canada Doing This?
Canada is facing big labour shortages in farms and food sectors. Many local workers donβt take these jobs, so foreign workers play a huge role.
The government wants to:
- Help Canadian employers find workers.
- Fill gaps left by the recent closure of the Agri-Food Pilot.
- Speed up work permit processing in essential sectors like farming and food production.
π What Happened to the Old Program?
Earlier this year, the Agri-Food Pilot was shut down. It used to help workers in:
- Meat factories
- Flower farms
- Animal farms
The program reached its application limit in February 2025 and closed down after running for five years. Now, this new stream may act as a better, more focused replacement.
π Whatβs Next?
This new stream is still under development, but is expected to roll out in 2025 or 2026.
The Canadian government will:
- Get public feedback
- Finalize policies
- Announce details soon
π Summary
| Whatβs Happening? | Canada is building a new immigration stream for farm and fish work. |
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| Who Can Benefit? | Foreigners interested in agriculture or fish processing jobs |
| Why Now? | Labour shortages + closure of old Agri-Food Pilot |
| When Will It Start? | 2025 or 2026 (Exact date not confirmed yet) |
Q1: Can I apply now?
π Not yet. The stream is still in planning stages. Launch expected in 2025 or 2026.
Q2: Will it lead to PR (Permanent Residency)?
π No confirmation yet. But if it works like the old Agri-Food Pilot, it might lead to PR in the future.
Q3: What kind of jobs will be included?
π Likely farm work, seafood packing, meat cutting, food processing and more.
Q4: Do I need Canadian work experience?
π Probably not. These programs are usually made for new workers from abroad.
Q5: What happens if I missed the Agri-Food Pilot?
π This new stream may be your next chance! Stay updated by following Ask Kubeir.
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Disclaimer: This is for informational purposes only and not legal advice. Always consult experts like us or the official IRCC website for up-to-date details