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Employer Support for International Skilled Workers in New Brunswick

Employers in New Brunswick must meet certain eligibility requirements to support international skilled workers in obtaining permanent residence. Creating an inclusive and supportive workplace is key to retaining these employees.

Summary

The Government of New Brunswick outlines employer eligibility requirements to assist international skilled workers in their path to permanent residence. Emphasis is placed on aligning employees' lifestyles and interests with their employment and what the province offers, as well as fostering an inclusive and healthy work environment to recruit and retain skilled international workers.

Key points
  • Employers must meet eligibility requirements to support international skilled workers in obtaining permanent residence.
  • Retention and settlement of international newcomers depend on matching their lifestyle and interests with their employment and what New Brunswick offers.
  • Best practices for employers include creating an inclusive and healthy workplace environment to recruit and retain skilled international workers.
  • Employers are encouraged to contact the government with questions for support.
Policy changes
  • Introduction of employer eligibility requirements to support international skilled workers’ permanent residence applications.
Who is affected
  • Employers in New Brunswick hiring or intending to hire international skilled workers.
How to apply / next steps
  • Employers should contact the New Brunswick immigration office for guidance and support.
Dates
  • No specific dates provided.
Keywords
New Brunswick employer eligibility international skilled workers permanent residence workplace inclusion employee retention
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