Prince George

Why your company should hire skilled immigrants

For starters, consider these four important reasons:

• The Canadian-born workforce is shrinking and the demand for labour is growing.
• Skilled immigrants can help Canadian companies do business with the world.
• Skilled immigrants bring international expertise.
• The local market is changing.

What's the hold up? Why haven't companies been employing skilled immigrants to their maximum potential? The reasons are varied: some are systemic, some are deep-rooted in habit; some are accidental. Very few are intentional. However, they exist, and while employers often see aspects of hiring immigrants as being challenges, they can also be seen as opportunities:

• Context of experience
• Credentials
• Communication
• Culture
• Connection to skilled immigrant communities
• Learn more about these challenges and opportunities

*Information courtesy of www.hireimmigrants.ca