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IEC Working Holiday Guide for Au Pairs in Canada

Explore IEC Working Holiday for au pair plans: eligible countries, applications, childcare medical restrictions and arrival preparation.

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IEC: work, travel, eligibility and support →

First, understand the route

IEC Working Holiday can provide an open work permit, allowing work for most employers. Au pair is a description of a childcare arrangement, not a separate category listed in IEC. Medical conditions on a permit can still restrict childcare employment.

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ELIGIBILITY

Coming from Europe

Find out why your citizenship matters more than where you live.

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The steps, in order

From your profile to an invitation and the permit application.

Explore →PREPARATION

Documents and childcare

Prepare evidence and understand medical restrictions.

Explore →TRAVEL

Arriving in Canada

Insurance, funds and checking the permit you receive.

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A family match and a work permit are different

A family may be interested in hiring you before your immigration process is complete. Keep the proposed start conditional. Entering a pool does not reserve a permit, and a family cannot promise an invitation or government approval.

Check current availability

Pools, invitation chances and remaining places change during the season. Use the official country selector before relying on an estimated timeline.