West Kootenay, British Columbia, Releases List of Designated Employers for Rural PR Pathway
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The West Kootenay region, located in southeastern British Columbia, has officially released its list of designated employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). This region includes communities like Nelson, Castlegar, Trail, Kaslo, and Nakusp, all falling within the program’s defined boundaries. The area stretches from Rock Creek to Yahk in the south and reaches as far north as Hughes Peak and Duncan Lake.
The RCIP serves as a direct route to permanent residency for foreign nationals with job offers from approved local employers. These offers must be supported by a regional economic development organization to qualify.
West Kootenay Designated Employers List
Here is the official list of designated employers participating in the West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP).
| Sector | Designated Employer |
| Health | Ancron Medical Services, Nelson |
| CareCorp (Mountain Lake Village), Nelson | |
| Castleview Care Centre, Castlegar | |
| Misha Zibin Society, Grand Forks | |
| Trail Association for Community Living | |
| Education, Law, Social, Community & Government Services | Blueberry Creek Community School, Castlegar |
| Brent Kennedy Learning Centre, South Slocan | |
| Community Connections Support Services, Trail/Nelson | |
| Four Winds Daycare | |
| Golden Bears Children’s Centre, Rossland | |
| Growing Steps Academy, Trail | |
| Kootenay Employment Services – Creston office | |
| Kootenay Family Place, Castlegar | |
| Kootenay Society for Community Living, Castlegar | |
| Silly Monkeys Childcare, Castlegar | |
| Songbird Early Learning Centre, Nelson | |
| Sunningdale Childcare Centre, Trail | |
| The Schoolhouse ECLC, Nelson | |
| Accommodation, Food Services, Retail & Other Services | 0807658 BC Ltd |
| 0081392 BC Ltd | |
| The Adventure Hotel, Nelson | |
| Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort, Ainsworth | |
| Amanda’s Restaurant, Nelson | |
| Ashley Furniture, Trail | |
| Ashman’s Burgers, Nelson | |
| Baker Street Inn Best Western, Nelson | |
| Bayleaf Indian Fusion, Creston | |
| Blue Barn Pet and Hobby Farm, Castlegar | |
| Boaz Enterprises Ltd., Trail | |
| Boston Pizza, Castlegar | |
| Broken Hill, Nelson | |
| Busaba Thai, Nelson | |
| Canadian Tire, Trail | |
| Cantina Del Centro, Nelson | |
| Castlegar Shell, Castlegar | |
| Chahko Mika Mall, Nelson | |
| Chopsticks, Castlegar | |
| Columbia River Hotel Best Western, Trail | |
| Creston Hotel/ Jimmy’s Pub, Creston | |
| Cuisine of India, Castlegar | |
| Cut Rite Meats and Deli, Nakusp | |
| Edgewood General Store, Edgewood | |
| El Taco, Nelson | |
| Ferraro Foods, Trail/ Rossland | |
| Finley’s Bar & Grill, Nelson | |
| Golden Chopsticks II, Grand Forks | |
| Grand Forks Inn, Grand Forks | |
| The Handy Store, Trail | |
| Haryanvi Retail Ltd., Trail/Castlegar/Nelson | |
| HG Insurance Agencies, Castlegar | |
| Hume Hotel, Nelson | |
| JMJ Building Maintenance, Castlegar | |
| The Josie Hotel, Rossland | |
| Kaslo Hotel, Kaslo | |
| KC Restaurant, Nelson | |
| Kokanee Glacier Resort, Nelson | |
| Kootenay Bakery Cafe Coop, Nelson | |
| Kootenay Co-op Grocery Store, Nelson | |
| Kootenay Tamil Kitchen Food & Beverage, Nelson | |
| Kootenay Tamil Kitchen Ethnic Foods, Creston | |
| Kootenay Tamil Kitchen Masala Shop, Nelson | |
| Kurama Sushi Japanese Restaurant, Nelson | |
| L&C Bakery, Nelson | |
| Mainstreet Diner, Nelson | |
| Maple Leaf Store, Slocan | |
| MapleMirch Foods Ltd, Castlegar | |
| Milano Pizza, Fruitvale | |
| The Nineteenth (RFV Holdings), Castlegar | |
| Oso Negro Coffee, Nelson | |
| Outer Clove Restaurant, Nelson | |
| Port 701, Nelson | |
| Prestige Lakeside Resort, Nelson | |
| Red Fin Sushi, Castlegar | |
| Rel-Ish Bistro, Nelson | |
| Serendipity Nail Studio, Nelson | |
| Shatti Esthetics Studio, Trail/Rossland | |
| Simran’s No Frills, Grand Forks | |
| Sunner Barber Shop Ltd, Trail/ Castlegar | |
| Sushiwood, Nelson | |
| Supersave Gas, Grand Forks | |
| SureStay Best Western, Castlegar | |
| Tahnam Thai | |
| Taste of India, Trail | |
| Thor’s Pizza, Nelson | |
| The Uphill Market, Nelson | |
| Valet Restorations, Castlegar | |
| Villa Motel, Nelson | |
| Western Traveler Motel, Grand Forks | |
| Working Ventures Insurance Solutions, Trail | |
| Yum Son, Nelson | |
| Trades, Transport, & Equipment Operators | A3 Plumbing, Nelson |
| Ace Couriers, Castlegar/ Grand Forks | |
| Babe’s Automotive, Slocan | |
| BC ECO Industrial Services, Nelson | |
| Castle Fuels, Grand Forks | |
| Martech Electrical Systems, Castlegar | |
| Marwest Industries Ltd., Castlegar | |
| Mercer Forestry Services | |
| Mountain City Painting, Trail | |
| OK Tire/ Practicar, Trail | |
| Paradise Painters, Nelson | |
| Rokform Solutions, Castlegar | |
| RSD Holdings, Castlegar | |
| The Sutherland Group, Salmo | |
| Valor Painting, Nelson | |
| Manufacturing & Utilities | Kalesnikoff Lumber, Thrums |
| Kalesnikoff Mass Timber, Castlegar | |
| KC Recycling, Trail | |
| Nelson Naturals, Nelson | |
| Popov Leather, Nelson | |
| Spearhead, Nelson | |
| Treasure Life Flour Mills, Creston |
Also Read: Canada Increases Funds to Immigrate through AIP in 2025
Eligibility Requirements for West Kootenay RCIP
To qualify for the West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), foreign nationals must secure a job offer from an approved employer in a listed priority occupation. This offer must be supported through a recommendation by the local community before applying for permanent residency.
In addition to the job offer, applicants must meet specific work experience, education, language, and financial requirements to ensure they can successfully settle in the region.
Key requirements include,
- Minimum of one year (1,560 hours) of relevant work experience within the past three years.
- Language proficiency that meets or exceeds RCIP standards.
- A Canadian high school diploma or an equivalent foreign credential.
- Proof of sufficient funds to support themselves and any dependents during settlement.
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