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SUMMARY:Vancouver Feedback Forum (Follow-up)
DESCRIPTION:Through thoughtful dialogues\, facilitated consultations\, and rigorous analysis\, the IEC-BC Employer Feedback Forums aim to improve policies and services related to accessing\, hiring and retaining immigrant talent in Canada. The insights collected will incorporate perspectives from employers and key system actors\, enhancing our national and regional approaches and fostering the development of effective solutions. This year’s forum will build on the insights gathered through last year’s conversations. Together\, we’ll dig deeper into the key themes and challenges identified by employers before moving into an interactive session focused on translating those insights into action. \nMore details coming soon.
URL:https://iecbc.ca/event/vancouver-feedback-forum-follow-up/
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ORGANIZER;CN="IEC-BC":MAILTO:employerengagement@iecbc.ca
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SUMMARY:North Vancouver Island Feedback Forum (Follow-up)
DESCRIPTION:North Vancouver Island employers continue to face workforce recruitment and retention challenges driven by labour shortages\, an aging workforce\, and increasing competition for skilled talent. At the same time\, many businesses are exploring new ways to attract and retain employees to support growth and long-term workforce stability. \nTo better understand these realities\, the Immigrant Employment Council of BC (IEC-BC) is collaborating with the Immigration Welcome Centre\, WorkBC Port Hardy\, and WorkBC Campbell River to host a Virtual Employer Feedback Forum to convene employers from Port Hardy\, Port McNeill\, Campbell River\, and the Comox Valley. \nShare your workforce challenges and priorities directly with organizations working to shape workforce development solutions; Connect with fellow employers\, industry representatives\, and community partners; Help identify practical solutions to strengthen recruitment\, retention\, and workforce resilience in the region. \nThis event is in-person\, with a hybrid virtual option.
URL:https://iecbc.ca/event/north-vancouver-island-feedback-forum-follow-up/
CATEGORIES:Feedback Forum
ORGANIZER;CN="IEC-BC":MAILTO:employerengagement@iecbc.ca
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SUMMARY:LMIA Alternatives for Skilled Trades Employers in BC
DESCRIPTION:This session will help skilled trades employers explore immigration pathways beyond the LMIA\, including LMIA-exempt and trades-specific options. \nFeaturing Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant Hannah Flostrand from Warwick Immigration Canada\, you’ll receive practical guidance on accessing eligible talent pools and integrating immigration considerations into workforce planning to support recruitment and retention of skilled workers. \nWhat to expect: \n\nExplore immigration pathways for accessing qualified construction and manufacturing talent.\nLearn practical approaches to proactive workforce planning and employee retention.\nAsk immigration questions and gain practical guidance through an interactive Q&A.\n\nRegistration coming soon!
URL:https://iecbc.ca/event/lmia-alternatives-for-skilled-trades-employers-in-bc/
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