Aug 8, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Jobs, Immigration and Growth, today announced two major initiatives to strengthen Newfoundland and Labrador’s skilled trades workforce: a $3.54 million investment to support women apprentices through social enterprise, and the...
Jun 26, 2025 | Press Room
As part of changes to the International Student Program, a new requirement was introduced in 2024. To be eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP), international students in non-degree programs (programs other than bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degrees)...
Jun 12, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Jobs, Immigration and Growth, is announcing funding to develop a comprehensive understanding of the current environment of the skilled trades in the construction industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. Funding for this project is...
May 30, 2025 | Newfoundland, Press Room
Temporary foreign workers fill important labour and skills gaps in all sectors of the Canadian economy. Workers are expected to fulfil their employment contracts and arrive in Canada with the intent to work with the employer who has recruited them and provided the...
May 29, 2025 | Press Room
Federal, provincial and territorial Forum of Labour Market Ministers (FLMM) met virtually on Monday to discuss progress on their joint commitment to breaking down barriers to labour mobility as one of the strategies to mitigate the negative effects of tariffs and...
