Options to Help Attract, Hire and Retain Foreign Talent
Are you struggling to find qualified workers to fill critical labour shortages? Interested in hiring foreign talent but unsure where to start?
Join us for an informative, in-person session designed to help employers in the Fort Frances and Rainy River District understand how immigration programs can support their workforce needs.
Representatives from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) will provide valuable information on temporary and permanent immigration pathways available to employers seeking skilled foreign workers.
What You'll Learn:
- Immigration pathways that can help businesses attract, hire and retain skilled foreign workers.
- An overview of the new Ontario Workforce Priority stream under the OINP.
- Eligibility requirements and available immigration programs.
- How to access IRCC's Dedicated Services Channel and OINP's dedicated business services for employers.
- Where to find resources and support to navigate the immigration process.
An interactive question-and-answer session will follow the presentations, providing an opportunity to ask questions directly to program representatives.
Event Details
Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Fort Frances Civic Centre, 320 Portage Avenue, Fort Frances, ON
Featured Guest Speakers
Jennifer Gray
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
Brigitte Dorge
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Register Today!
Whether you're currently experiencing labour shortages or planning for future workforce needs, this session is an excellent opportunity to learn about immigration options that may benefit your business.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with immigration experts and explore new solutions to your workforce challenges!
Register Here – Registration Link
We look forward to seeing you on November 6!