CANADIAN IMMIGRATION NEWS

Saskatchewan to face critical labour shortage by 2011

Monday, 4 February 2008

According to statistics, the province of Saskatchewan, Canada, is facing an impending labour shortage, as there are currently not enough young people in the province to satisfy fill positions in certain areas.

It's estimated that by 2011, there will be a need for 70,000 workers to fill vacancies in areas such as healthcare, construction and the fast food industry, according to Rob Norris, Saskatchewan's minister of advanced education, employment and labour. This shortage crisis is a result of imminent retirement and expanding industries.

Because neighbouring provinces in Canada have no people to spare as they are facing their own labour shortages, Saskatchewan will need to look abroad for international workers if the needed help is not available shortly.

Saskatchewan has implemented a provincial nominee program to help speed up the application process for applicants who meet the requirements of that program.

If you're considering immigration to Canada, and qualify for this Immigrant Nominee Program, the process of your application for a work permit will be treated as a priority, and instead of waiting to get in for over a year or more, you'll be able to get in within a few months.

Canada seeks skilled workers and over 122,000 skilled worker visas are available in 2008. If you'd like to find out if you qualify, you can fill in our free visa eligibility assessment form, which will deliver instant results.