Lululemon to hire foreign workers without LMIA on February 28, 2023, the Government of Canada recognized lululemon as a significant investment project in British Columbia. The company will benefit from a facilitative immigration measure under the Canada-British Columbia Immigration Agreement and hire foreign workers for various high-skilled occupations without applying for a labor market impact assessment (LMIA).  The Temporary Workers Annex of the Agreement grants British Columbia the authority to specify noteworthy investment enterprises that can be exempted from undergoing an LMIA process. Employment and Social Development Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada then assess the project to determine if it meets the criteria. By introducing global talent to lululemon, British Columbia's workforce will benefit from sharing knowledge and leveraging international opportunities and generate a significant employment boost over the next few years. Canada-British Columbia Immigration Agreement Purposes and Objectives: The main goal of this Annex is to allow Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), British Columbia, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to better collaborate in order to ensure that the International Mobility Program (IMP) and Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) operate in the national interest while supporting provincial priorities and that, where suitable, employers gives priority to Canadians for available positions. More specifically, the objectives of this Annex are to: Outline how Canada and British Columbia will support the TFWP and the IMP, including their roles and responsibilities; Provide British Columbia a way to recommend LMIA exemptions in line with this Annex or any of its Appendix, and recommend occupations qualified for priority LMIA processing in accordance with section 8.0 of this Annex; and Following shared values on the protection of foreign workers may increase federal-provincial collaboration in the administration of the TFWP and the IMP. Want to know more details about “Lululemon to hire foreign workers without LMIA” you can contact one of our immigration specialists at  Gunness & Associates. Tel: (416) 604-2669  Email: info@immigrationmatters.info Gunness & Associates has helped thousands of people successfully immigrate to Canada with their families. Our skilled and experienced immigration experts have the expertise to accurately examine your case and advise you on the best method of proceeding to best serve your needs. For honest and straightforward advice, contact the experts at Gunness & Associates. Get a free Assessment  Join our newsletter and get up-to-date immigration news Click here All rights reserved ©2022 Gunness & Associate

Lululemon to hire foreign workers without LMIA

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Lululemon to hire foreign workers without LMIA on February 28, 2023, the Government of Canada recognized lululemon as a significant investment project in British Columbia. The company will benefit from a facilitative immigration measure under the Canada-British Columbia Immigration Agreement and hire foreign workers for various high-skilled occupations without applying... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Alberta updated the AAIP inventory

Alberta updated the AAIP inventory

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Alberta updated the AAIP inventory on February 14, 2023, Alberta published the update considering the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory. According to the new update, there were around 1,310 Alberta Opportunity Stream applications and 430 Expressions of Interest in the Alberta Express Entry pool.    Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
British Columbia invited up to 237 candidates in the new BC PNP Skills Immigration draw on February 14, 2023, British Columbia issued new invitations in the Skilled Worker – International Graduate categories of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). In the Tech-targeted draw, BC issued 183 invitations with a minimum score of 83 points.  In the Childcare-targeted draw for early childhood educators (NOC 42202), the province invited 29 candidates who scored 55 points. In the Healthcare-targeted draw, the province issued 20 invitations. Additionally, fewer than 5 invitations have been issued for other priority occupations (NOCs 31103, 32104).  The province invited up to 237 candidates with a score of 55-83 points. Including this draw, in 2023, British Columbia has already issued 1,604 invitations. BC PNP Skills Immigration invitations details  British Columbia skills immigration invitations details in the new BC PNP draw that was held on February 14, 2023, can be found in the table below: Date Number of  Invitations Stream Minimum Score Description February 14, 2023 183 Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) 83 Tech-Targeted Draw February 14, 2023 29 Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) 55 Targeted draw: Childcare: Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) February 14, 2023 20 Skilled Worker, International Graduate (includes EEBC option) 55 Healthcare-targeted draw February 14, 2023

British Columbia invited up to 237 candidates in the new BC PNP Skills Immigration

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British Columbia invited up to 237 candidates in the new BC PNP Skills Immigration draw on February 14, 2023, British Columbia issued new invitations in the Skilled Worker – International Graduate categories of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP). In the Tech-targeted draw, BC issued 183 invitations with a... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
The TFWP is transitioning to online LMIA applications

The TFWP is transitioning to online LMIA applications

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The TFWP is transitioning to online LMIA applications according to an update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is moving to online Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications starting April 3, 2023.  The LMIA Online Portal, a dependable and secure digital platform, offers... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
immigrant settlement services

Manitoba increased the amount of investment in immigrant settlement services

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Manitoba increased the amount of investment in immigrant settlement services to help facilitate a smooth transition into Canadian society, Manitoba has invested an additional $4 million to finance projects that aid immigrants with social and economic integration. This injection of funding will double the amount available for settlement services in... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »