Thank you for your interest in the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) in the West Kootenay region.
West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Update
June 9, 2025: West Kootenay RCIP has launched the priority sectors and occupations. We are now accepting applications from employers to become designated. When we have a list of designated employers, we will publish it on the website. We will begin accepting applications for community recommendations in early July. The website content has been created to explain how the pilot works and answer questions, so please read through before contacting us.
The West Kootenay Region was recognized as an area that would benefit from the Rural Community Immigration Pilot and entered into a partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in early 2025. The West Kootenay region uses this pilot to strengthen local economies and support workforce development.
For more information on the benefits of immigration, please go to Immigration Matters.