Canada Launches Hong Kong Pathway that will Attract Recent Graduates and Skilled Workers with Faster Permanent Residency

 

News release

February 4, 2021—Ottawa — The ties that bind Canada and Hong Kong run deep. The first Hong Kong residents arrived here over 150 years ago, contributing immensely to Canada’s economic, social and political life. Canada continues to stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Hong Kong, and is deeply concerned about the new National Security Law and the deteriorating human rights situation there. Against this backdrop, in November 2020, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced several new initiatives to help more Hong Kong residents come to Canada.

Today, Minister Mendicino announced that Hong Kong residents will be able to apply for new open work permits beginning on February 8, 2021. Valid for up to 3 years, these permits will allow Hong Kong residents to gain valuable employment experience and make significant contributions to Canada. Hong Kong residents must have graduated with a Canadian post-secondary diploma or degree in the last 5 years, or hold an equivalent foreign credential. A post-secondary diploma program must be a minimum of 2 years.

Hong Kong residents currently in Canada temporarily, including visitors, students and workers, can apply online from within Canada. Those applying from abroad remain subject to current travel restrictions and may not be able to come to Canada at this time, unless they have a job offer or meet a travel exemption and comply with all public health requirements. More details will be available on the IRCC website on the launch date.

In addition to open work permits, the Government of Canada continues to implement 2 other pathways to permanent residence for young Hong Kong residents, which will be available later this year. The first will be for Hong Kong residents with at least 1 year of work experience in Canada and who meet the language and education criteria. The second will be for Hong Kong residents who have graduated from a post-secondary institution in Canada; who can then apply directly for permanent residence. More information will be available in due course.

Quotes

“The launch of the Hong Kong immigration pathway is a historic initiative that will attract young, talented and experienced graduates who will help to drive Canada’s economy forward. With flexible open work permits and a fast-track to permanent residency, skilled Hong Kong residents will have a unique opportunity to develop their careers and help accelerate Canada’s economic recovery. This is a landmark immigration initiative that will strengthen our economy and will deepen the ties between Canada and the people of Hong Kong.”

– The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

Quick facts

• On November 12, 2020, Minister Mendicino announced new immigration measures to support Hong Kong residents who wish to come to Canada to study, work and settle.

• Eligible spouses or common-law partners, as well as dependent children, can also apply for a study or work permit, as appropriate.

• These measures apply to Hong Kong residents who hold a Hong Kong special administrative region (SAR) or British National (Overseas) (BN(O)) passport.

• We have also implemented an exemption to the 12-month bar on a pre-removal risk assessment (PRRA) for Hong Kong residents—meaning that some individuals who were previously ineligible may now get another, updated assessment on whether they can stay in Canada.

• Hong Kong residents at risk of persecution who have fled to another country may also be eligible under Canada’s existing resettlement programs, including the Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program and the Government-Assisted Refugees Program.

Job Opening in Canada: Position – 1 Mechanic

 

Type of Employment: Full time Permanent, 2 years

Wage: $ 29 per hour

Hours of work: 32-40 per week

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job duties:

Review work orders and discuss work customers

Inspect motor in operation, road test motor vehicle, and test automotive systems and components using computerized diagnostic and other testing devices to diagnose and isolate faults as required

Adjust, repair, or replace parts and components of commercial and automotive systems including fuel system, brakes, steering and suspension, engine and drive train, emission control, and exhaust, cooling and climate control, and electrical and electronic systems using hand tools and other specialized automotive repair equipment

Perform scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups

Advise customers on work performed, general vehicle condition, and future repair requirements.

Inspect and test mechanical units, such as engines, transmissions, axles, and brake systems, to locate faults and malfunctions

Diagnose faults or malfunctions and confirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace the unit

Repair or replace mechanical units or components using hand and power tools

Complete reports to record problems and work performed.

Adjust, repair or replace parts and components of truck-trailer systems including structural, brake, and electrical systems.

Job requirements

Experience: Min 4 years experience working as a mechanic on Vehicles

Education: Secondary school, 4-year apprentice program completion is an asset.

Language: English

Class 1A is an asset

Experience with new and old vehicles is an asset experience working on vehicles

Team player

If you have a proven experience and speak English, please send us your CV/resume to nexuscanadavisa@gmail.com.

Jobs openings: 75 Fish processors in Surrey, BC, Canada

 

Hours of work: 32 per week, Day and Nightshift

Employment dates – April 1, 2021 – September 27, 2021

Job duties:

•          Set up and operate machines to cut, clean, brine, dehydrate or otherwise process fish.

Sort fish according to species, weight, and destination

•          Set up and operate machines to bag, box, and pack fish.

•          Record production information such as quantity, weight, date, and type of products packaged.

•          Check products and packaging for any defects to ensure it meets company standards and performs corrective machine adjustments as required.

Duties not limited to:

•          Washing baskets.

•          Labeling boxes.

•          Racking and De-racking fish

•          Palletizing.

•          Lifting up to 25-70 pounds.

•          General cleanup etc.

•          Working on the production line to cut, clean, and trim fish.

Job requirements

 Experience in fish cutting

The ability to communicate in English will be an asset.

Forklift Driving will be an asset.

Ability to work evenings and weekends

English is an asset - Basic English is required (100 words to communicate)

Must be able to stand long periods of time and complete repetitive tasks

If you have a proven experience and speak English, please send us your CV/resume to nexuscanadavisa@gmail.com.

Job in Canada: BC employer need 100 Fish processors

 Business information: We receive fresh fish from fishing boats on Vancouver Island and we cut, pack, and freeze the various product and pack styles for distribution to frozen markets.

 

Wage:  $17.00 hourly,  40 hours per week. Overtime is available.

Positions available: 100

Term of employment: full time, Seasonal  - March 15, 2021 - November 30, 2021

Day and Nightshift  

 

Requirements:

• Education: No formal education required
• Experience: Experience is an asset. Training will be provided
• We prefer candidates that speak English well but as we have an urgent need for help, candidates with a basic command of English will also be accepted
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to work in a cold environment
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

 

Duties and responsibilities:

• Handle and pack fish

• Safely operate fish cutting machinery, work around conveyor belts
• Properly grade product and assign to a category
• Survey all equipment to assure proper working order
• Handle product properly to ensure maximum shelf life
• Communicate quality issues to supervisors
• Inform supervisor of any changes or problems
• Lift boxes that weigh 10-15 Kg boxes
• Clean-up workstation and department

If you have a proven experience and speak English, please send us your CV/resume to nexuscanadavisa@gmail.com.

Canada launches a mobility working group with Ukraine to expand collaboration on migration between Canada and Ukraine.

 

News release

January 27, 2021—Ottawa—The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today announced the establishment of a new Canada–Ukraine Mobility Working Group, to identify and improve mobility opportunities for Ukrainians seeking to come to Canada, once COVID-19 restrictions are removed, while continuing to ensure the integrity of our respective migration and visa frameworks.

This mobility working group is a unique partnership between the Canadian and Ukrainian governments that will let Canada and Ukraine share best practices on migration management, increase recruitment, promote Canada’s economic immigration programs and further strengthen co-operation on migration-related matters.

Through this group, Canada and Ukraine will also work together to finalize a youth mobility agreement that will provide Canadian and Ukrainian youth with opportunities to travel, once COVID-19 restrictions are removed.

Today marks the 29th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Canada and Ukraine.

Since 1992, Canada and Ukraine have enjoyed a strong relationship anchored by close people-to-people ties and shared values. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a number of temporary measures, including travel restrictions, the mobility working group will build on our relationship with the people of Ukraine and bring us even closer together.

As we focus on accelerating our recovery, immigration continues to be a key driver of Canada’s economic growth.

The 2021‒2023 Immigration Levels Plan, tabled on October 30, 2020, sets out a path for responsible increases to immigration targets to help the Canadian economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, drive future growth and create jobs for middle-class Canadians.

Canadians are doing their part by staying home, not travelling, and preventing the spread of COVID-19. The Canada–Ukraine Mobility Working Group will help to establish new opportunities once COVID-19 restrictions have been removed.

Quotes

“Through generations of Ukrainians who have made Canada their home, the Ukrainian-Canadian community continues to make outstanding contributions to Canada’s economy, our society and our diverse cultural fabric. The unique partnership that we are announcing today will serve to further strengthen the deep-rooted, people-to-people ties between our 2 countries.”

—The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

“The people of Canada and Ukraine have a strong relationship that will only be deepened by the announcement made today. Our people-to-people ties, but also our commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty, is unequivocal and Canada will continue to stand by Ukrainians as reforms take place in the country.”

—The Honourable Marc Garneau, P.C., M.P., Minister of Foreign Affairs

Quick facts

• There are more than 1.3 million Canadians of Ukrainian descent.

• Since January 2014, Canada has committed more than $800 million in multifaceted support to Ukraine, encompassing a broad range of financial, development, stabilization and security, non-lethal military and humanitarian assistance.

• Canada’s support of the military training and capacity-building mission in Ukraine, Operation UNIFIER, launched in September 2015. It is a key part of Canada’s overall effort to aid Ukraine’s security, stability and sovereignty.

• Canada and Ukraine work together in a range of international organizations, including the United Nations, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, and the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie.

• The 2017 Canada‒Ukraine Free Trade Agreement eliminated tariffs on 86% of Canada’s merchandise exports to Ukraine.

• In 2019, 2-way merchandise trade between Canada and Ukraine was approximately $300 million.

• In July 2019, Canada hosted the third Ukraine Reform Conference in Toronto, which brought together foreign ministers from the European Union, the G7 and NATO countries to support Ukraine and its people and meet their ambitious democratic and economic reform program and Euro-Atlantic goals.

• The CAN+ program was rolled out in Ukraine in 2017. Applications that show that the applicant travelled to Canada in the last 10 years or holds a valid U.S. non-immigrant visa will be sent to the visa office for processing.