Federal government delivers on protection for workers

It is not surprising for countries facing tough economic times to implement measures intended to better protect their domestic workers.

In Canada, this responsibility falls on the shoulders of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC).

Subject to certain exceptions, Canadian employers who wish to recruit foreign workers must demonstrate to HRSDC how the entry of the foreign worker(s) will transfer skills and knowledge to Canadians, fill a labour shortage, or directly create or retain job opportunities for other Canadians.

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