Immigration

Who can apply

Make sure you meet the IRCC Federal Eligibility Requirements.

Community criteria

Once you’ve been deemed eligible based on steps 1 and 2, the TEDC will prioritize applicants who are most likely to settle and reside within the region for the long-term and contribute to the local economy according to the Community Criteria. Applicants receive a score using the points-based system below [As of September 23, 2022].

At the moment, applicants need to achieve a total score of 60 or above to be considered for recommendation. Note: As they are not considered priority occupations, applicants with a job offer in NOC 6211 and NOC 6311 need to achieve a total score of 70 or above to be considered for recommendation.

Community Criteria Scoresheet

Workplace Match Mentoring Guidelines

Please note that candidates may be requested to participate in a formal interview to further assess these criteria.

How to apply

Ready to apply? Completed applications must be submitted in one (1) single email to RNIP@timmins.ca. 

Applications will not be considered if they are incomplete, do not meet federal eligibility requirements, or do not meet the minimum Community Criteria score required. It is up to applicants to ensure they meet the program requirements and their application is complete.

Completed applications include:

1. Completed RNIP Offer of Employment Form (IMM5984);
2. Completed RNIPP Schedule 1 Applicant Form (IMM5911);
3. Detailed resume;
4. Proof of 1 year of qualified work experience (at least 1,560 hours) in the past 3 years. If you qualify for an international student work experience exemption, you must provide proof of living in the community for at least 16 of the last 24 months of your program. Examples include, but are not limited to, lease agreement, rent receipts or utility receipts.
5. Results from at least one designated language test. If applicable, language results for a second official language as well as language results for your spouse or common law partner should be included. These results must be less than 24 months old;
6. Educational credential assessment, or copy of Canadian degree or diploma;
7. Proof of settlement funds if not currently working in Canada (bank statement);
8. Copy of the biographical data page from your passport or government photo ID;
9. Proof that you have valid temporary resident status if currently in Canada. Your status must be valid on the day you submit your application. Examples include a copy of the pages of your passport clearly showing the stamp made by Canadian authorities on your most recent entry to Canada or a copy of your current immigration document (if you have one);
10. Completed Use of a Representative Form (if using an immigration representative);
11. Any other supporting documents that provide proof necessary to meet eligibility requirements or obtain Community Criteria points. Examples include, but are not limited to, proof of living in the region, community connections and community involvement. 

Please note, as of October 14^th, 2022, we will only be accepting applications during our monthly intake periods. Applications submitted outside of the dates listed below will not be considered or processed.

2022 Intake Periods:

• October 23^rd 12:00 am to, October 29^th 11:59 pm
• November 20^th 12:00 am to November 26^th 11:59 pm
• December 17^th 12:00 am to December 23^rd 11:59 pm

2023 Intake Periods:

• January 22^nd 12:00 am to January 28^th 11:59 pm
• February 19^th 12:00 am to February 25^th 11:59 pm
• March 26^th 12:00 am to April 1^st 11:59 pm
• April 23^rd 12:00 am to April 29^th 11:59 pm
• May 21^st 12:00 am to May 27^th 11:59 pm
• June 24^th 12:00 am to June 30^th 11:59 pm
• July 23^rd 12:00 am to July 29^th 11:59 pm
• August 20^th 12:00 am to August 26^th 11:59 pm
• September 24^th 12:00 am to September 30^th 11:59 pm
• October 22^nd 12:00 am to October 28^th 11:59 pm
• November 19^th 12:00 am to November 25^th 11:59 pm
• December 17^th 12:00 am to December 23^rd 11:59 pm

2024 Intake Period:

• January 21^st 12:00 am to January 27^th 11:59 pm

Applicant Pool and Draw System

The Timmins Regional RNIP ranks candidates in the pool using a points-based system. Complete applications meeting the eligibility requirements and minimum Community Criteria score required will be placed into the Applicant Pool.

Candidate draws will be completed by the TEDC once per month, mid-month. The highest-scoring candidate applications in the pool as of each draw date will be further assessed by the TEDC and reviewed by the Selection Committee at the end of every month. Applicants deemed to satisfy the requirements of the Ministerial Instructions will be issued a community recommendation.

* Tie-breaking rule: If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their application

Candidates not selected for further review remain in the pool for up to six months and may be selected at a later date if their ranking improves. Applications will not be considered if they are incomplete, do not meet federal eligibility requirements, or do not meet the minimum Community Criteria score required. It is up to applicants to ensure they meet the program requirements and their application is complete.

Updates on the monthly draws can be found below.

Once you receive a community recommendation from the TEDC, it will be valid for a period of 6 months and must be submitted as part of the IRCC’s Permanent Residence application process.

For more information regarding the application process, please follow IRCC’s Step-by-Step Guide to Permanent Residence under the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot illustrated below:

Settle in the Northeast

Once you’ve received your permanent residence from IRCC, you will be asked to communicate with the TEDC to share details and timelines about your relocation to the region. Once you arrive in the area, local personnel will arrange to welcome you and assist with community integration activities.