If you’re an international worker or Francophone looking to become a permanent resident in Canada, the Sudbury Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) offer fast, direct pathways to permanent residency—no LMIA required.
These programs are operated by the City of Greater Sudbury’s Economic Development Division and funded by FedNor, the Greater Sudbury Development Corporation, and the City of Greater Sudbury itself.
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🧭 What Are Sudbury RCIP and FCIP?
- RCIP targets skilled workers in priority sectors who plan to settle in Sudbury. Applications are ranked using a points-based system.
- FCIP targets Francophone workers and uses a first-come, first-served processing model.
Both programs allow successful applicants to apply for permanent residence and a LMIA-exempt work permit.
🔗 View Sudbury RCIP and FCIP Community Boundaries
📌 RCIP Priority Sectors & Occupations
✅ RCIP Sectors:
- Natural and Applied Sciences
- Health
- Education, Social, Community and Government Services
- Trades and Transport
- Natural Resources and Agriculture
✅ RCIP Occupations:
- 12200 – Accounting Technicians and Bookkeepers
- 13110 – Administrative Assistants
- 21330 – Mining Engineers
- 21301 – Mechanical Engineers
- 21331 – Geological Engineers
- 22300 – Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- 22301 – Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- 22310 – Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- 31202 – Physiotherapists
- 31301 – Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses
- 32101 – Licensed Practical Nurses
- 32109 – Other Technical Occupations in Therapy and Assessment
- 33102 – Nurse Aides, Orderlies and Patient Service Associates
- 33100 – Dental Assistants
- 42201 – Social and Community Service Workers
- 42202 – Early Childhood Educators and Assistants
- 44101 – Home Support Workers, Caregivers and Related Occupations
- 72401 – Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanics
- 72410 – Automotive Service Technicians, Truck and Bus Mechanics, and Mechanical Repairers
- 72106 – Welders and Related Machine Operators
- 72400 – Construction Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- 73400 – Heavy Equipment Operators
- 75110 – Construction Trades Helpers and Labourers
- 73300 – Truck Drivers
- 95100 – Labourers in Metal Processing
🌐 FCIP Priority Sectors & Occupations
✅ FCIP Sectors:
- Business, Finance and Administration
- Health
- Education, Social, Community and Government Services
- Arts, Culture, Recreation and Sport
- Trades and Transport
✅ FCIP Occupations:
- 11102 – Financial Advisors
- 11202 – Advertising, Marketing and PR Professionals
- 12200 – Accounting Technicians and Bookkeepers
- 13110 – Administrative Assistants
- 14200 – Accounting and Related Clerks
- 22310 – Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians
- 31120 – Pharmacists
- 31301 – Registered Nurses and Registered Psychiatric Nurses
- 32101 – Licensed Practical Nurses
- 33102 – Nurse Aides, Orderlies and Patient Service Associates
- 33103 – Pharmacy Technical Assistants and Pharmacy Assistants
- 41210 – College and Vocational Instructors
- 41220 – Secondary School Teachers
- 41221 – Elementary School and Kindergarten Teachers
- 41402 – Business Development Officers and Market Researchers
- 42201 – Social and Community Service Workers
- 42202 – Early Childhood Educators and Assistants
- 42203 – Instructors of Persons with Disabilities
- 44101 – Home Support Workers and Caregivers
- 52120 – Graphic Designers and Illustrators
- 63100 – Insurance Agents and Brokers
- 64400 – Customer Service Reps (Financial Institutions)
- 65100 – Cashiers
- 72106 – Welders and Related Machine Operators
- 73300 – Transport Truck Drivers
📋 How Are Applications Processed?
✅ RCIP – Points-Based Draw System
- Applicants need 50+ points to enter the candidate pool
- Highest-ranking applicants in each draw are invited to interview and assessed further
- Applications stay active in the pool for up to 6 months
✅ FCIP – First-In, First-Out
- Complete, eligible applications are processed in the order received
- Recommendations are issued until all allocations are filled
🧑💼 Employer Requirements
To become a Designated Employer, you must:
- Be actively operating for 2+ years in Sudbury
- Employ at least one priority occupation
- Ensure 75% of work is within Sudbury
- Complete intercultural competency & onboarding training
- Support newcomers with housing and settlement plans
- Be in compliance with IRPA, IRPR, and local bylaws
- Have no past-due taxes or municipal penalties
❌ Ineligible Businesses:
- Consulates
- Recruiters or staffing agencies
- Businesses owned or controlled by the applicant/spouse
- Businesses owned by RCICs or immigration reps
🔗 Apply to Be a Designated Employer
📅 2025 Employer Intake Schedule
| Intake # | Dates | Program |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 23–27 | RCIP & FCIP |
| 2 | July 14–18 | RCIP & FCIP |
| 3 | Aug 11–15 | RCIP & FCIP |
| 4 | Aug 29–Sep 5 | RCIP |
| 5 | Sep 22–26 | RCIP & FCIP |
| 6 | Oct 10–16 | RCIP & FCIP |
| 7 | Oct 30–Nov 5 | RCIP |
| 8 | Nov 24–28 | RCIP & FCIP |
| 9 | Dec 8–12 | RCIP & FCIP |
💼 Where to Find Jobs in Sudbury
Explore opportunities through:
- Job Bank Canada
- Indeed
- City of Greater Sudbury Careers
- Move to Sudbury – Job Boards
- Sudbury Chamber of Commerce Job Board
📤 Upload your resume to Sudbury’s Reverse Job Board to be discovered by local employers.
🌍 Why Choose Sudbury?
✅ Affordable cost of living
✅ Bilingual and multicultural services
✅ Thriving job market in skilled trades, healthcare, and education
✅ Supportive immigrant settlement programs
✅ Beautiful nature and safe communities
📍 Located in Northern Ontario, Sudbury is a growing, opportunity-rich city ideal for newcomers.
📞 Contacts & Resources
- 📧 RCIP/FCIP Questions: immigration@greatersudbury.ca
- 🏢 Office: Tom Davies Square, 200 Brady Street, Sudbury, ON
- 🌐 Move to Sudbury Website
- 🌐 IRCC – RNIP Info
📝 Final Thoughts
The Sudbury RCIP and FCIP programs provide an excellent opportunity for international workers and Francophones to gain Canadian permanent residence through a community-driven, LMIA-exempt process.
Whether you’re a nurse, engineer, truck driver, teacher, or graphic designer — Sudbury wants your skills.
✅ Stay informed and ahead — follow IRCC Alerts for the latest updates on PR pathways, pilot programs, and immigration news in Canada.
