The process takes 4 to 9 months, depending on the specific immigration program. International hires represent a valuable investment in long-term stability, and often exhibit high loyalty to their employer. This enhances your facility’s planning capabilities and provides stability and support to your existing team.

We have the flexibility to renew the LMIA & work permit and/or submit a permanent residency application. Once an international hire gets his/her permanent residency, you will not have to renew the LMIA & work permit.

Hiring international workers is a strategic investment that fills critical gaps and offers long-term cost savings. While the initial process may require some time, it yields significant benefits. By hiring international staff, you can reduce your reliance on temporary agencies, alleviate the burden on your HR department of continually recruiting from a limited local pool of candidates, and ensure you have the necessary quality and quantity of staff to provide optimal patient care.

Some of our internationally trained nurses are already in the process with the National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS) or are initiating the process upon their arrival in Canada. This can be highly beneficial for your organization, as it creates a future pipeline of qualified nursing professionals who are on the path to full licensure. To access a nursing position, they will need to obtain their permanent residency, which we can do on their behalf.

Employers have the same rights with foreign recruits as with local staff. After providing necessary training and support, you retain the option to terminate employment if they do not meet performance expectations. So far, our retention rate for this service is 97%, higher than any local hiring rate.

Providing comprehensive onboarding is essential for helping recruits adjust effectively. A supportive environment not only fosters higher-quality care but also facilitates smoother integration into your team. Many employers actively involve their current employees in welcoming international recruits. We would be happy to share examples of these successful strategies during our meeting.

Contak offers full circle services. We take care of the Labour Market Impact Assessment for companies and work permit applications for candidates. We have an in-house Regulated Immigration consultant, relieving you and your organization of the entire process.

Absolutely! Our expert in-house team of international recruiters specializes in sourcing and thoroughly vetting candidates for your open positions. The majority of our Personal Support Worker (PSW) candidates are internationally educated nurses, bringing a wealth of global experience to your organization.

For each pre-qualified candidate, we provide you with a comprehensive candidate portfolio, which includes:

1. A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
2. World Education Services (WES) equivalency evaluation
3. Copies of relevant diplomas and certifications
4. A personalized video introduction where the candidate expresses their motivation for joining your company

Once you’ve had the opportunity to review these portfolios, simply inform us which candidates you’d like to interview. Our team will then seamlessly coordinate online video interviews between you and your chosen candidates, ensuring a smooth and efficient selection process.

This approach allows you to make informed decisions while saving time and resources in your recruitment efforts. We’re committed to connecting you with top-tier, globally experienced talent that aligns perfectly with your organizational needs.

Absolutely not! Candidates do not pay Contak any fee whatsoever to obtain employment.