Canada is doubling the number of out-of-status construction workers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to whom it is willing to offer permanent residence under a temporary pathway to immigration expanded on Friday.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis pilot program<\/a> is a significant step forward in addressing critical labour shortages for the Greater Toronto Area by supporting stability in the construction industry and bringing workers out of the underground economy,\u201d said Immigration Minister Sean Fraser.<\/p>\n \u201cBy providing regular pathways for out-of-status migrants, we are not only protecting workers and their families but also safeguarding Canada\u2019s labour market and ensuring that we can retain the skilled workers we need to grow our economy and build our communities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Read More<\/b><\/p>\n Alberta To Give PNP Preference To Immigrants With Family In Province<\/a> \u201cThis initiative is a testament to our government\u2019s commitment to finding innovative solutions to support Canada\u2019s workforce and strengthen our economy.\u201d<\/p>\n Construction industry employers and the sector\u2019s labour unions in Canada\u2019s biggest city were delighted with the announcement by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).<\/p>\n \u201cThe Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is pleased to continue assisting another 500 out-of-status construction workers and their immediate families in finding a pathway to permanent residence<\/a> that will end the insecure nature of their employment and immigration status in 2023,\u201d said Bea Bruske, president of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC).<\/p>\n Watch Video<\/b><\/p>\n
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\nQuebec Releases Details Of Draw Issuing 1,000 Canada Immigration Invitations<\/a>
\nNew Brunswick Launches Program To Retain International Students<\/a><\/p>\n
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