Beyond the border: Immigration update – February 2022
We are pleased to present the eighth installment of Beyond the Border, a publication for employers aiming to provide the latest information and analysis on new immigration programs and immigration-related issues.
In this issue, insight is provided into the new, permanent Atlantic Immigration Program, aimed to fill labour shortages with international talent while supporting permanent settlement in the region, as well as the recruitment tracking process, advertising variations and compliance inspections as part of the Labour Market Impact Assessment program.
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