Minister Erna Braun and Manitoba Start

Judith Hayes: Many immigrants to Canada find themselves working as taxicab drivers or in the service industry, even though they have engineering or doctorate degrees from their home countries, according to CBC. Skilled immigrants face hurdles in finding jobs, government report saysANALYSIS How to fix an 'upside-down' immigration system "Navigating the world of qualifications recognition can be complex," said Judith Hayes, executive director of Manitoba Start, which provides career services to immigrants and connects them with businesses through a job-matching service. Labour and Immigration Minister Erna Braun announced on Thursday more money and resources to improve the recognition of foreign qualifications and help connect employees and employers. Labour and Immigration Minister Erna Braun announces money and resources for new Manitobans to find work in their fields. "By having better information and clear guidance on navigating the licensing process, newcomers will be in a better position to achieve full certification in their profession as quickly and efficiently as possible." In 2015-16, Manitoba will pitch in $3 million for the Manitoba Start Program to fund the following: A career development curriculum and training resource guides to help newcomers navigate the licensing process in regulated professions. Job-matching services to help newcomers work in their occupational area. "These new resources and supports will help newcomers transition more smoothly into the labour market and help them build a life and successful careers in Manitoba," said Braun, noting that since 1999 more than 150,000 immigrants have come to the province. Referral and guidance services to newcomers on accessing financial supports such as microloans. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.