Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot
The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) is a program for skilled refugees and displaced people looking to work permanently in Canada. The EMPP:
- helps skilled refugees and other displaced people immigrate to Canada through economic programs
- gives employers access to a new pool of qualified candidates to fill job openings
We announced in the 2025-2027 immigration levels plan that we will process fewer applications in the short term. Our goal is to process 80% of applications within our stated processing times, but more people may apply through the EMPP than we have available spaces. This may cause processing times to increase over the next 3 years.
Immigrate to Canada through the program
As a skilled refugee or other displaced person, you may be eligible to immigrate to Canada based on your work experience, education and language skills—with or without a job offer.
Hire skilled refugees and displaced talent through the program
A unique opportunity for employers in Canada to hire skilled refugees and other qualified displaced people overseas. The program helps Canadian employers access a new pool of skilled employees.
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