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Canada expands pilot to help more skilled refugees build their careers in Canada, giving employers access to a new pool of talent

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Through this groundbreaking program, our government is highlighting skilled refugees' professional achievements by allowing them to continue their career in Canada, while giving employers access to a pool of global talent.

Key Points: 
  • Through this groundbreaking program, our government is highlighting skilled refugees' professional achievements by allowing them to continue their career in Canada, while giving employers access to a pool of global talent.
  • In partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Jumpstart is supporting employers across Canada in hiring and relocating people from displaced populations.
  • Lessons learned will help IRCC and its partner organizations further expand the EMPP to welcome even greater numbers of skilled refugees.
  • As of October 2022, Canada has already welcomed over 100 skilled refugees and their family members under the EMPP.