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New Brunswick announces new immigration pilot for critical workers

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On the 7th of November, 2022, the provincial government of announced a brand new immigration pilot project: the (NBCWP).

The pilot (a joint project between federal and provincial governments) aims to address critical worker shortages in . The pilot is special in that it will not just provide economic immigration to the province, but will also guarantee settlement services (including skills and language training) for newcomers who arrive through the project.

According to Arlene Dunn鈥攖he minister responsible for 鈥斺漰articipating employers will greatly benefit from filling critical vacancies and applicants will find meaningful work in a welcoming community鈥.

Along with addressing critical labour shortages, New Brunswick is concerned with retaining newcomers, and recognizes that meaningful work is a key factor in doing so; this pilot is a first step towards addressing both issues. The NBCWP will work with six selected employers in New Brunswick:

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These employers were selected for their impeccable track record in the (NBPNP), good immigrant recruitment practices, and because they already have the necessary settlement programs in place. As part of their participation, these employers must:

  • Have robust settlement plans for housing and transportation to best support the successful establishment of candidates in their new jobs and communities, with strong commitments to long-term retention;
  • Have comprehensive human resources planning for recruiting and hiring skilled international talent, and for on-the-job skills enhancement;
  • Provide up to 200 hours of language training, as required, to candidates; and
  • Offer guidance and support to candidates who may wish to pursue their Canadian secondary education equivalency.

The five-year pilot program will be monitored and evaluated regularly so that it remains responsive to immigration needs and delivers the desired outcomes for the province.

鈥淲e have a collective goal in mind鈥, said Alain Boss茅鈥擯resident and COO of Groupe Savoie Inc.鈥斺漈he Saint-Quentin region [is] thriving thanks to our newcomers, and we continue to support welcoming them in rural New Brunswick鈥

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