Lower-skilled temporary foreign workers (TFWs) in the accommodation and food services industry transition to permanent residency less often than those in higher-skilled roles and study permit holders.
However, due to their population size, more lower-skilled TFWs transition to permanent residency. Five years post-immigration, nearly 40% of these lower-skilled TFWs remain in the industry, compared to 52% of higher-skilled TFWs and 16% of study permit holders.
In the food manufacturing industry, lower-skilled TFWs have lower rates of transitioning to permanent residency and decreasing retention rates over five years.
Retention rates also fell with each successive landing cohort.
#TFW, #foreign_workers, #food_services, #manufacturing
February 14, 2024
On February 9, 2024, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced the start of 2024 Express Entry rounds for candidates with specific skills or strong French proficiency.
The new policy supports economic growth and social prosperity and aims to increase Francophone immigration outside Quebec to 8% by 2026.
The policy, which prioritizes French-speaking candidates, reflects Canada's commitment to Francophone communities.
Indeed, immigration accounts for nearly all of Canada’s labour force growth, addressing shortages in key sectors.
The Express Entry system ensures Canada attracts the necessary skilled workers while supporting Francophone communities' vitality.
#Express_Entry, #French_language_draws, #Francophone_immigrants
February 14, 2024
Demand for AI-skilled workers is rising in Canada, with employers seeking those who can develop and use AI products.
Companies are actively hiring data scientists to build AI products, with the Indeed website listing 945 AI-related job postings.
The median annual income for AI programmers is $87,009. KPMG’s survey shows that the use of generative AI is growing in Canada, with 61% of users applying it multiple times a week for work.
Generative AI systems are evolving from large language models to multi-modal systems.
As AI usage grows in workplaces, recruiters are increasingly looking for candidates with these skills.
#AI, #skilled_workers, #Tech_workers, #work_in_Canada
February 14, 2024
Immigration Minister Marc Miller has already implemented a 35% cut in foreign student visas and is considering further changes, including restricting off-campus work hours and reviewing the temporary foreign worker program.
The minister acknowledges the economic benefits of temporary workers but is concerned about rising housing costs and public discontent.
Miller is grappling with balancing economic needs and maintaining a structured immigration system, acknowledging the necessity for a broader discussion on labour cost management.
The tightening of rules on students and potential changes to off-campus work hours are part of the government's effort to address the challenges posed by a surge in temporary newcomers contributing to labour force gaps but impacting housing affordability.
The minister is working with the Employment Minister to review the temporary foreign worker program, aiming to address abuse concerns in lower-wage sectors while being mindful of potential consequences for businesses and the economy.
#labour_storage, #work_in_Canada, #housing_crisis, International_students, #study_in_Canada, #study_permits
February 10, 2024
