Issues around significant labour force shortages have gained the attention of private and public sectors. To address the issues, the attraction of new investment and skilled workers through immigration has been prioritized between BC communities and the Province.
Comox Valley employers that are interested in recruitment as an option to fill local vacancies are encouraged to contact John Watson (john@investcomoxvalley.com), CVEDS Executive Director, to discuss requirements and submit job opportunities for vacant positions.
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Employers wishing to market openings at the upcoming Federal Provincial Job Fair - Destination Canada are asked to complete the following Business Sign-up form for each position and return to Economic Development for distribution to the Canadian Embassy's in France.
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Destination Canada Job Fair Information |
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Provincial Programs and Informational Sites: |
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This program is offered to skilled immigrant workers who wish to reside in Canada.
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TILMA outlines trade agreements, access to different sectors and barriers. |
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Information provided to planning careers, finding workers, and labour market information. |
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Information to help foreign businesses begin to expand their companies in Canada. |
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ISTEP is directed towards helping immigrants who are already in Canada looking to build their careers. |
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| Looking Ahead |
A resource guide to recruiting, training and hiring foreign workers |
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Federal Programs and Informational Sites: |
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WWOOF is like an exchange program. Workers help on the farm while room and board are covered for their services.
Application Forms |
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This site offers things you need to know about immigrating to Canada. Including information about investment opportunities. |
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Information about coming to Canada as an investor, entrepreneur, or self employed person. |
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Information on qualifications to immigrate to Canada as a skilled worker. |
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Requirements to employing a foreign worker. |
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Job descriptions to help employers to hire, train and evaluate employees. |
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Answers to questions such as health care, schooling, community programs and where to find help. |
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| Hire Immigrants |
Information on recruiting, hiring and training foreign workers |
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| How to Hire a Temporary foreign workers |
A Guide book on how to hire a temporary foreign worker |
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