- Canada is set to launch a new immigration pathway under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) to help employers hire skilled refugees and displaced persons to overcome labor shortages in key occupations.
- The new pathway launching this summer will give employers more opportunities to address in-demand jobs and Canada aims to expand the EMPP and welcome 2,000 qualified refugees and displaced persons to fill labor shortages via the EMPP over the next few years.
Canada is set to launch a new immigration pathway to connect employers with skilled refugees and displaced persons. The new pathway will be available under the federal Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP), which aims to help employers hire skilled refugees and displaced persons to fill labor shortages in key occupations. The EMPP pairs skilled individuals with Canadian employers, and the new pathway launching this summer will provide more opportunities for employers to fill in-demand jobs in various sectors.
Expanding the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot
Canada is looking to welcome 2,000 qualified refugees and displaced persons in the next few years under the EMPP. The pathway aims to address the country’s high number of labor shortages in key occupations, such as nurse aids, personal support workers, long-term care aids, software engineers, web designers, mechanical and electrical engineers and technicians, teachers, tourism and hospitality workers, and truck and delivery service drivers.
The Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) are looking to welcome 465,000 new permanent residents this year, which is set to rise to 485,000 immigrants in 2024 and 500,000 immigrants in 2025 under the Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025. Last year, Canada welcomed over 437,000 immigrants, resulting in the country’s population growing by over one million people for the first time in history.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Express Entry System
Canada offers more than 100 different economic class immigration pathways, with the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Express Entry system being the leading economic class pathways. The PNP enables provinces and territories to identify candidates who meet their local economic needs, while the Express Entry system is the leading federal pathway.
Recent Developments
Recently, four provinces announced their latest PNP results, while IRCC held two major Express Entry draws over the past two weeks, inviting a total of 14,000 candidates to apply for permanent residence.
Implications of the New Pathway
The new pathway under the EMPP will provide more opportunities for refugees and displaced persons to find employment in Canada, while also addressing labor shortages in key occupations. The pathway is part of Canada’s ambitious immigration targets aimed at addressing the country’s high number of labor shortages. The EMPP is expected to expand in the coming years, providing more opportunities for refugees and displaced persons to contribute to Canada’s economy and society.
Conclusion
The new immigration pathway under the EMPP is a significant development in Canada’s efforts to address labor shortages and welcome skilled refugees and displaced persons. With Canada’s ambitious immigration targets and numerous economic class immigration pathways, the country is set to attract a diverse pool of talent to contribute to its economy and society. The new pathway under the EMPP will provide a much-needed opportunity for refugees and displaced persons to find employment in Canada, helping them rebuild their lives and contribute to the country’s growth and prosperity.
Source: https://www.cbc.ca/
