Rural immigration pathways for permanent residency funding increases more than 30% in Canada
The minimum settlement fund requirements for immigrants looking to settle in rural and francophone communities outside Quebec through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) have seen a significant increase as of July 29, 2025.
For a single individual, the new minimum settlement fund requirement stands at CAD 10,507. This figure increases with family size, with a family of three requiring a minimum of CAD 16,080, a family of four CAD 19,524, a family of five CAD 22,143, a family of six CAD 24,975, and so on. For each additional member over seven in a family, an additional CAD 2,831 is required.
To be eligible for the RCIP and the FCIP, foreign nationals must have a job offer from a designated employer in the participating community, which must also be endorsed by a local economic development organization. Eligibility criteria also include education, work experience, language proficiency, and settlement funds.
Foreign nationals who meet all these criteria can apply directly to the federal government for permanent residence (PR). Those who are eligible can also apply for a work permit to start working for their employer while their PR application is being processed.
The RCIP and the FCIP were launched to help employers in rural communities address labor shortages. Each community participating in the program has selected specific priority sectors and occupations based on their economic goals and workforce needs. As of now, there are 14 communities participating in the RCIP, while there are 6 communities participating in the FCIP.
Proof of funds for the RCIP and the FCIP can be provided through bank account statements, bank drafts, cheques, or money orders. For the FCIP, foreign nationals must also prove their French language proficiency.
The money for the settlement fund requirement must be available at the time of applying for the program and when the permanent resident visa is issued. The RCIP and the FCIP are employer-driven pathways to permanent residence in Canada for those looking to settle in rural or francophone communities outside Quebec.
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