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immigrants would not likely choose to work.   David Davis, a Winnipeg immigration lawyer with 24 years experience and a licensed foreign worker recruitment officer, points out that Manitoba's manufacturing and production industries are growing, but a large proportion of the workers in these industries are now approaching retirement age. "Our skilled worker population is aging," Davis says. "We've got all these baby boomers getting older; what are we doing to replace them?"  It is essential, he adds, to continue bringing in appropriate immigrant workers to fill these jobs so Manitoba businesses can keep growing.  Davis says that employers can continue to recruit foreign workers, but they need to be aware that it can be time-consuming. "I recommend that employers looking to recruit foreign workers plan at least nine months in advance," he says. "Even the perfect client needs nine months for everything to be processed." Davis also cautions that an applicant who is nominated by the province for immigration is not guaranteed to receive permission to immigrate from the federal government. Dyck says companies that rely on foreign workers should continue to work with the provincial government and impress upon the federal government the importance of bringing in workers who do not meet the new requirements. DAVIS IMMIGRATION LAW OFFICE We specialize in legal strategies for individuals and corporations in all areas of Canadian Immigration Law for over 24 years. We also possess the foreign worker recruitment license issued by Employment Standards Branch of the Provincial Government of Manitoba which allows us to assist employers with their recruitment needs to fill vacancies in key occupations within their company. Suite 201 - 233 Portage Ave.,Wpg., MB R3B 2A7 Phone: 204-956-2336 Fax: 204-975-1655 www.daviddavislaw.com We understand business immigration Are you looking to invest in a business? Are you looking to sell your business? Do you have a franchise system looking for owner-operators? The rules and criteria of business immigration in Manitoba have changed. New rules mean a path to Canadian permanent residence for entrepreneurs AND a way for businesses in Manitoba to expand or transition ownership. Paul Hesse Our immigration team understands atio te nd st ds the nuances of these new rules and can advise you on what they mean for you and your business. Learn how Pitblado Law can help you every step of the way at www.pitblado.com/Immigration_Law Lawyer and Notary Public www.pitblado.com Phone: (204) 956-3561 Fax: (204) 957-0227 Email: hesse@pitblado.com 2500 – 360 Main Street ��������� �������� � ��� ��� Follow us on Twitter @PitbladoLaw Weunderstand MBiz November 2013 9

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