March 13, 2019 – Canada's immigration minister has
announced an extra 2,000 spaces for intermediate-skilled workers
under the
Provincial Nominee Program.
Ahmed Hussen says the spaces under National Occupational Code C
are aimed at increasing opportunities for temporary foreign workers
to transition to permanent residence.
Hussen made the announcement via an Immigration, Refugees and
Citizenship Canada press release on Tuesday, March 12, 2019.
"Temporary foreign workers fill long-term labour market
needs and contribute to the growth of our economy," Hussen
said.
"We recognize the need to provide opportunities for them to
transition to permanent residence – and these additional
spaces under the Provincial Nominee Program will do just
that."
