Land in Lanark - Lanark County

New to Canada? Make the move to a vibrant and inclusive rural community. Explore rewarding career opportunities and a balanced lifestyle when you land in Lanark County.

Lanark County is Proud to be Part of the REDI Pilot Program

The Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot program helps address local employment needs by enabling employers in rural and northern regions to attract highly skilled international workers to fill in-demand roles. Lanark County is one of four selected regions participating in this initiative, along with Leeds and Grenville, Sarnia-Lambton, and Thunder Bay.

The program runs from January 2, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and builds on the success of earlier regional immigration pilots in Ontario.

For Employers

If you’re a Lanark County employer looking to address labour shortages, the REDI pilot can help you:

Attract highly skilled workers in healthcare, skilled trades, technology, construction, and other critical sectors.
Retain current employees with expiring work permits by supporting their permanent residency applications.
Access a streamlined immigration process through the OINP Employer Job Offer streams.

How Employers Can Participate:

Offer a full-time, permanent job located within Lanark County.
Ensure the job aligns with one of the OINP Employer Job Offer streams.
Support the worker’s application for permanent residency.

Who to Contact:
For guidance on participating in the REDI pilot, contact Lanark County's Economic Development Team.

Amber Coville
Business Development + Program Officer
613-283-7002 x 110
amber.coville@valleycfdc.com

For more details about the REDI pilot and how it can benefit you or your business, explore the following resources:

OINP EMPLOYER DOMESTIC

OINP DOMESTIC APPLICANT

For Newcomers/Employees

Are you an internationally trained worker looking to work and live in Lanark County? The REDI pilot can help you transition into in-demand roles while supporting your application for permanent residence.

What Newcomers/Employees Do:

Secure a full-time job offer from an employer in Lanark County.
Apply for one of the OINP Employer Job Offer streams.
Once nominated, proceed with your application for permanent residence through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Who to Contact:
Visit the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program website for detailed application steps, or reach out to Lanark County’s Settlement and Recruitment Officer for guidance.

Linda Alexander

Shared Recruitment & Settlement Coordinator

Phone 613-283-7002 x 108

lalexander@lanarkcounty.ca

Program Integrity

Help maintain the integrity of the REDI program by reporting any concerns about:

The legitimacy or operations of a participating business, or
Non-compliance with settlement obligations for newcomers and their families.

To report concerns promptly:

Contact the OINP Investigations Unit with tips or complaints by emailing: programintegrityteam@ontario.ca
Work with OINP to initiate site inspections for businesses suspected of misrepresentation or non-compliance.

Your efforts help ensure the success and fairness of the REDI program for all participants.

Tap Into the Lanark County Advantage

Find out why Lanark County is the perfect place to build a life in Canada. From small-town charm and natural beauty to career development opportunities and urban accessibility, discover six reasons to Land in Lanark.

Six Reasons to Land in Lanark:

Warm, Small-Town Atmosphere

Arrive in a friendly, family-oriented community of 77,450 strong. Lanark County offers that small-town Canadian feel characterized by warmth, friendliness, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Family-Focused Services

Enjoy a rich array of supportive, family-friendly amenities in Lanark County. Lanark County has everything you need to raise a family, with 2,119 licensed childcare spaces, 27 elementary and secondary schools, 27 recreation centres, 9 museums, and much more.

Career Opportunities

Connect with leading employers in the region. Tap into a thriving job market with opportunities to grow in industries such as skilled trades, healthcare, technology, education, and more.

Urban Accessibility

Benefit from Lanark County's proximity to Canada's Capital. Located only 60 minutes West of downtown Ottawa, Lanark County offers quick access to urban amenities while giving you the peace of rural living.

Natural Amenities

Get out and explore the region's surrounding natural amenities. Lanark County is where to build a life amid nature, with 102 parks, 91 nature reserves, 273 km of trails, and much more.

Inclusive Community Engagement

Make yourself at home in our welcoming communities. The Local Immigration Partnership of Lanark & Renfrew supports communities in creating welcoming and inclusive communities for newcomers in Canada.

See It For Yourself

Learn about the vibrant community, the abundant natural amenities, and the compelling reasons to move here. See what makes Lanark County a wonderful place to live, work, and grow in Canada with these videos.