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Gord Bretsen Joins Joblio As A Country Manager for Canada

At Joblio, we are proud of our approach to diversity and inclusion through actionable operations supported by robust technology. Ethical recruitment of migrants, immigrants, and refugees is Joblio’s mission, brought to life by the team of seasoned professionals in 45 global markets. Canada is a strategic focus region for Joblio and today we are happy to present a new team leader who will bring a breadth of experience to this strategic host market.

We’re thrilled to announce our new Canada Country Manager, Gord Bretsen. Gord brings twenty years of integrated human resources operations experience where he has mastered agency management, staffing, and strategic planning. One of the highlights of his career is a recruitment program for Newcomers Canada, helping immigrants find access to employment, resources, and federal internship programs.

Questions for Gord Bretsen

Knowing how pivotal Gord’s role is going to be in our operations, we wanted to take a minute to introduce him to you by asking a few questions.

  1. What excites you about working with Joblio?

I’m thrilled about the service offerings Joblio provides for Canadian employers. At a time of record-high labor shortages, Joblio creates a unique opportunity for employers to fulfill their workforce needs with employees that want to work and will stay with the job longer than with other sourcing companies. While conventional staffing models may provide short-term results, Joblio’s global reach and ethical recruitment platform have proven a retention rate of better than 95% after 12 months – this is something I’m so excited to be a part of! I am a service-oriented individual and am looking forward to helping both Canadian businesses and immigrants looking for work find exactly what they need.

2) Where do you think your passion for helping migrant workers comes from?

The answer is twofold. Assisting my clients to succeed in finding top-tier skilled staff is paramount and what drives me. And, I want to put my hand out to help those in need. I’ve always been a conduit for bringing people together. I love to be a part of this vocation whether I’m working to build strong teams, referring vendors that are the perfect fit for my clients, or finding meaningful work for job seekers. I believe we are in a global village and from this perspective, there are very few challenges we can’t overcome. 

3) What will be your biggest challenge in this position? How about your biggest goal for this role?

The biggest challenge will be creating a seamless, functional ecosystem between migrant workers, refugees, domestic talent, government, and NGOs across Canada. I am very excited about this challenge and the prospect of successful relationships developed during this process.

My biggest goal for this role is for Canadian employers to think of Joblio as the ‘go-to’ solution for challenging staffing needs. Not only does this help an individual seeking employment, or a company’s bottom line, but Canada as a whole.

4) Do you have any stories from working in roles like this that really resonate with you? Can you share?

Having experience in global recruitment, I have witnessed tears of joy from selected individuals from source countries. I had employees that have found the right place for them to use their passions and provide for their families. They thanked me for changing their life. Being a part of this process means I get to know the employees I’m working with. I learn their needs, wants, background, and experience, but also what drives them and will keep them motivated. Advocating for them and finding them the perfect fit means they will be satisfied and their family will be secure – I often get tear-filled hugs and lots of smiles. It’s an amazing experience.

5) What is the best piece of advice you’d give to an employer considering hiring migrant workers?

The best piece of advice I would share with an employer is what the work ethic and expanded perspective global talent can bring to an organization. I would also show them the data Joblio has produced – with a 95% retention rate, these companies don’t have to worry about the incredible employee churn that occurs in the existing job market. 

I would also remind them that Joblio extensively works with its employees before connecting them with an employer. We help them find housing, sustainable financial needs, medical care, and education to guarantee they’re settled in their new community and want to stay in the position we find for them. It’s a win-win situation. Hiring migrant workers exemplifies Canadian values of inclusion and at the same time, permits companies to meet their financial and operational goals.

How Does Joblio Work?

Whether you’re an incoming migrant worker or an employer looking to hire migrant workers, Joblio works for both sides. For employers, we save you time and money by reducing employee churn, assisting with paperwork, and expeditiously filling up open positions.

For employees, we connect employees directly with their employers and help them find the exact job that suits their experience and needs. We fast-track visas and work permits and educate employees on the culture of their host country, laws, language, health care, and more.

Additionally, we remove fraud and corruption from the hiring process, allowing both employers and employees to see one another as trusted allies. We help employers get tax credits and fulfill obligations all while finding incredibly-suited candidates. 

Contact Joblio Today

Employers looking to fill in open jobs by employing refugees, migrants, and immigrants and bring diversity equality and inclusion programs to action are welcome to reach out to Gord Bretsen directly by emailing gbretsen@joblio.co.

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/gord-bretsen-joins-joblio-as-a-country-manager-for-canada/

Yoel Razvozov joins Joblio Inc.’s Board of Advisors

The former Israeli Minister of Tourism and Knesset Member brings a wealth of knowledge of immigration, finance, protection of human rights, cross-cultural integration, and cross-border relations to Joblio’s diverse panel of expert advisors.

Tel Aviv, Israel — Joblio Inc. (joblio.co), the transparent and tech-enabled ethical recruitment platform for international talent, has announced the appointment of Yoel Razvozov to the company’s Board of Advisors.

Razvozov, who was the Minister of Tourism of the State of Israel from 2021–2022 and a Member of the Knesset for 10 years until his political retirement in 2023, is an expert in matters of immigration, finance, and cross-border relations. He also is a world-recognized Judo champion, having served as captain of Israel’s national team and representing Israel in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens.

An immigrant himself, Razvozov’s family moved to Israel from Russia when he was 11, following the fall of the Soviet Union. His personal and career accomplishments have positioned him to make a meaningful impact on Joblio’s prestigious Board of Advisors.

A graduate of Reichman University’s Faculty of Business Administration with a specialization in Finance, Razvozov’s roles in the Knesset included Chair of the Committee for Immigration, Absorption, and the Diaspora. He sponsored laws to lower the cost of living and worked to promote the integration of immigrants into the job market as well as into the public health and education systems.

As Minister of Tourism, Razvozov spearheaded support packages for the tourism and hotel industries, and he pushed for the opening of direct flights to Israel from new destinations around the world once the country reopened its borders to tourists in 2022. He also served as a Chair of Joint Governmental Economic Committees with Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Georgia and was responsible for promoting economic relations with these countries. Razvozov also served as Chair and Director of the Israel Olympic Committee from 2008 to 2013.

“From sports to politics, I have always looked out for the underdog, working to help those who otherwise might get lost in the system,” Razvozov said. “I very much look forward to continuing that work in this next chapter of my life, and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve on Joblio’s esteemed Board of Advisors.”

Added Joblio CEO Jon Purizhansky: “Yoel deeply understands the vision and mission we have at Joblio, and he has unique personal and professional experiences to benefit our work in ethical and transparent international recruitment. We look forward to what will surely be a long and fruitful relationship with Yoel.”

Joblio, a preeminent leader in international recruiting, is on a mission to redefine the global labor market with a transparent, systematized, and humanized platform that is accessible to workers and employers around the world. As global labor shortages continue to put a strain on supply chains, more employers are looking internationally to add skilled, and talented workers to their organizations. Through its proprietary Applicant Concierge Experience (ACE) program, Joblio not only helps workers find foreign employment, but it also prepares them to acclimate to their new homes before they even leave their country. For more information, visit joblio.co.

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/yoel-razvozov-joins-joblio-inc-s-board-of-advisors/

How Will Population Decline Impact Global Economy?

There’s no denying that family dynamics are constantly changing – especially when it comes to how many children people are having. For example, in 1851, an average of 6.2 people lived in each Canadian household.  By 2021, this figure had fallen to 2.5. 

However, this decline in the size of a household is not only happening in Canada – but in various other countries across the world. People are simply having fewer children.

An extreme opinion on this came after a study from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) stated that there are actually positive results caused by a declining population. For example, this can protect the environment as having fewer people around can result in “lower carbon emissions, less stress on global food systems, and less chase on transgressing planetary boundaries.” 

However, Joblio believes a population decline doesn’t help the environment, but does have a negative impact on the global economy and is bad for communities. 

What is population decline?

It’s normal for the global population to ebb and flow over time. Historically, populations tend to decline during war or famine, before picking up again. However, according to the UN, some of the “richest countries are beginning to see population decline” for reasons that fall beyond what we have seen before.

For example, a recent report stated that “at the global level, population decline is driven by low and falling fertility levels. In 2019, more than 40 percent of the world population lived in countries that were at or below the replacement rate of 2.1 children per woman; in 2021, this share climbed to 60 percent.” 

When fewer children are born, the number of people active in the workforce decreases. This has a multi-faceted impact on the global economy.

Firstly, fewer people are available to take on roles in every industry, leading to labor shortages. This results in less consumption, which “leads to fewer sales, and fewer sales lead to lower profits and thus, less economic growth.”

What countries are experiencing population decline? 

According to a recent study, experts predict the production decline will occur predominantly in eastern European countries. For example, “from 2020 to 2050, the highest drop in population, 22.5%, will be recorded in Bulgaria.” However, population decline is also having a significant impact on China. 

In fact, “the United Nations has estimated that if China’s birth rate remains at its super-low level, the country will lose nearly half of its population by the end of this century.” 

What will be the economic impact of a declining population? 

There are many different economic consequences of a declining population. For example 

  • Rising dependency ratio. The dependency ratio relates to the ratio of those not in the labor force and those within it – with the former being dependent on the latter for economic support. For example, senior citizens are the fastest-growing population group as of late and are classified as ‘dependants.’ They often require additional support from governing bodies, healthcare facilities, and their families.  According to a recent study, “rising dependency ratios will impact negatively on future growth, savings, consumption, taxation, and pensions.“
  • Labor shortages. As the number of people in the work-age demographic lowers, labor shortages will present themselves more and more frequently. After all, there are simply fewer people actively looking for work. This could mean that many companies (and industries as a whole) are understaffed. 
  • Reduced spending & demand. As discussed previously, a declining population also impacts the demands for all services. This means that businesses will also begin to lose out on profits.

How can hiring refugees can help.?

“Various studies have found that hiring foreign workers can prove beneficial in curbing the impact of population decline on the job market and, consequently, the economy,” said Jon Purizhansky, CEO and Founder of Joblio. 

For example, an IDF report stated that hiring refugees could “reduce population decline, keep the size of the labor force from shrinking, improve age dependency ratios, and produce positive fiscal gains” By resolving staffing crises, the economy can keep moving or functioning as normal. 

“As such, it’s clear that tapping into the foreign talent market is an excellent way to bolster local economies. Supporting refugees also comes with the benefit of providing them with safety and security,” said Jon Purizhansky.

At Joblio, we make it easier than ever to help businesses ethically hire foreign talent, as we are already embedded within new immigrant communities. This means we can help fill empty positions within your company sooner rather than later. 

To find out more about Joblio, please do not hesitate to get in touch today.

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/how-will-the-population-decline-impact-the-global-economy/

Joblio Inc. Appoints Mark E. Reimann as Vice President

Brings expertise in the field of immigration based upon decades of experience fighting human trafficking as a Senior Special Agent with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Buffalo, NY — Joblio Inc., the transparent and tech-enabled ethical recruitment platform for foreign talent, today announced the appointment of Mark E. Reimann as Vice President of Government Affairs and US Operations. Reimann, a nearly 30-year veteran with the United States Department of Homeland Security is a highly decorated former Senior Special Agent, who brings to Joblio extensive experience in the field of immigration, human smuggling detection , human trafficking and predatory labor fraud. 

A leading investigator in cases involving terrorism, narcotics, money-laundering, and other transnational criminal activities, Reimann has earned top awards from non-governmental organizations as well as from multiple federal agencies including Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Drug Enforcement Administration, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office. His work dismantling a smuggling ring between the U.S. and Canada was recognized by the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, and his most recent case before joining Joblio involved stopping a complex network of human traffickers that was smuggling Indian nationals into the United States through illegal brokers and corrupt officials.   

Reimann brings Joblio a wealth of firsthand knowledge that will benefit refugees and labor migrants globally as they seek to establish better lives and themselves and their families. His deep base of national and international contacts will benefit Joblio as it expands to new countries and business sectors, while his background in all matters of immigration will enable governments, NGOs and employers globally to understand the importance of ethical recruitment.    

“I have spent my entire career in the service of others, and I look forward to continuing that through the important work that Joblio is doing in the ethical recruitment of international workers,” Reimann said. “I am truly honored to join the team at Joblio and to put my experience as a Special Agent to use helping our employer and employee clients.”  

Joblio, a preeminent leader in international recruiting, is on a mission to redefine the global labor market with a transparent, systematized, and humanized platform that is accessible to workers and employers around the world. As global labor shortages continue to put a strain on supply chains, more employers are looking internationally to add skilled and talented workers to their organizations. Through its proprietary Applicant Concierge Experience (ACE) program, Joblio not only helps workers find foreign employment, it also prepares them to acclimate to their new homes before they even leave their country.

“Mark recognizes the existential threat that human smuggling and trafficking continues to have across the globe,” added Joblio CEO Jon Purizhansky. “He is passionate about leveraging his unique expertise, both domestically and internationally, to ensure that foreign nationals are empowered to achieve the careers and lives they want, unfettered by the corruption and crimes of others.” 

Besides his career in law enforcement, Reimann is actively involved in the Taste of Buffalo, the largest two-day food festival in the United States. He serves on the non-profit event’s volunteer Board of Directors and chairs its Security Committee. 

For more information, visit joblio.co.  

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ABOUT JOBLIO INC.

Founded by N.Y. attorney Jon Purizhansky and chaired by David Arkless, the former president of the Manpower Group, Joblio is a technology-powered social impact enterprise that allows for  more efficient recruitment, training, and retraining for cross-border employment. The company’s proprietary Applicant Concierge Experience (ACE) program is focused on pre-departure and post-arrival community management, helping international job seekers to begin acclimating to their new homes even before they leave their countries of origin. Differentiated from the non-transparent and inefficient practices of the current global migrant labor market, Joblio’s accessible global platform removes unethical intermediaries from the process, freeing up more economic value for employers and laborers. Its streamlined and transparent hiring process results in faster applicant processing, higher employee satisfaction, and lower employee attrition. To learn more, visit joblio.co. 

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/joblio-inc-appoints-mark-e-reimann-as-vice-president-of-government-affairs/

Joblio Inc. Teams Up With Attalia Global to Help Turkish Citizens Affected by Earthquake

Joblio and key Middle Eastern partner Attalia Global have launched a special program to place those impacted by the devastating quake into vocational jobs at designated employers.        

ANTALYA, Turkey — Ethical recruitment platform Joblio Inc. (joblio.co) and Turkish partner Attalia Global announced a new program to help find international employment for Turkish citizens whose lives have been impacted by the disastrous earthquake that wreaked havoc on the country this month.

Turkish workers with a diploma, certification, or with vocational experience as welders, plumbers, electricians, shipyard mechanics, assemblers, truck drivers, or meat cutters are encouraged to register directly at join.joblio.co or attaliaglb.com. Accepted candidates will go through skills testing and interviews, and successful applicants will receive job offers from designated employers in Lithuania and Canada.

Attalia Global, Joblio’s key partner in the region, will assist with applying for work visas through the Lithuanian embassy in Istanbul. Closed work permits will be provided, allowing the workers to be employed only by the companies that issued their job offer.

“The devastation in our country from the earthquake is unspeakable, and we are grateful that partners like Joblio have stepped up to help in meaningful ways,” said Halime Ӧzen Erbas, Founder of Attalia Global. “Being able to find gainful employment for victims of this disaster is a significant first step in getting people and families back on their feet.”

Added Joblio CEO Jon Purizhansky: “Part of being an ethical and transparent recruitment platform means being there to offer assistance in the aftermath of an emergency. Joblio is proud to work with Halime and her team at Attalia Global to help find gainful jobs for people directly affected by this tragedy.”

Joblio, a leader in the recruitment of refugees and migrants, is on a mission to redefine the global labor market with a transparent, systematized, and humanized platform that is accessible to workers and employers around the world. As global labor shortages continue to put a strain on supply chains, more employers are looking internationally to add skilled and talented workers to their organizations. Through its proprietary Applicant Concierge Experience (ACE) program, Joblio not only helps workers find foreign employment, it also prepares them to acclimate to their new homes before they even leave their country. For more information, visit joblio.co.

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ABOUT JOBLIO INC.

Founded by N.Y. attorney Jon Purizhansky and chaired by David Arkless, the former president of the Manpower Group, Joblio is a technology-powered social impact enterprise that allows for more efficient recruitment, training, and retraining for cross-border employment. The company’s proprietary Applicant Concierge Experience (ACE) program is focused on pre-departure and post-arrival community management, helping international job seekers to begin acclimating to their new homes even before they leave their countries of origin. Differentiated from the non-transparent and inefficient practices of the current global migrant labor market, Joblio’s accessible global platform removes unethical intermediaries from the process, freeing up more economic value for employers and laborers. Its streamlined and transparent hiring process results in faster applicant processing, higher employee satisfaction, and lower employee attrition. To learn more, visit joblio.co.

MEDIA CONTACT

Esther Katz

cmo@joblio.co

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/joblio-inc-teams-up-with-attalia-global-to-help-turkish-citizens-affected-by-earthquake/

Joblio Is A Cross Border Employment Platform

Q: What is Joblio?

A: Joblio is the global tech platform for cross border employment, focused on transforming the labor market through transparency and compliance.

We’ve developed a reliable system that removes the inefficiencies and unethical middlemen from the hiring process, which in turn frees up more value for both employers and laborers.

Through Joblio job seekers can easily find great employment opportunities in developed countries — without having to pay access fees or commissions, allowing employers to quickly fill vacancies with motivated employees. There is a web app and a mobile app for job seekers, and a web interface for the employers.

Q: Any highlights on your recent announcement?

A: Last week we announced the appointment of David Arkelss as Joblio’s chairman.

David is a former president at ManpowerGroup, a world leader in innovative workforce solutions that connects more than 600,000 people to meaningful work across a wide range of skills and industries every day.

In addition to being a regular adviser to the U.S. Department of State and various EU organizations, David is a co-author of the Modern Slavery Act and continues to contribute his experience and talent to further the global expansion of Joblio, which is already currently present in 45 markets.

We recently facilitated the relocation of the first group of Ukrainian refugees to Canada. Through partnerships with a consortium of Canadian companies, Joblio was able to provide stable employment for the group of migrant workers, handling everything from the preparation and execution of documents to resume development and organization of meetings with local social support. In addition to getting jobs, the resettled migrants were also provided with 4 months of free accommodation by Starlight Investment, a major Canadian real estate operator, to allow them to find their feet without worrying about keeping a roof over their heads.

Q: Can you give us more insights into your offering?

A: In dealing with the global problem of labor shortages, we’ve adopted a two-pronged approach that works harmoniously with our proprietary tech and programs to deliver an effective solution.

For our b2c users — which in this case are migrant workers, Joblio provides the tools with which to efficiently manage the entirety of their foreign labor hiring and onboarding process, handling everything from search, selection, and resume submission to payroll and compliance with local labor laws. Using the migrant app, job seekers can filter jobs by skill set, country, and salary, submit documentation for KYC, and also participate in community activities.

Employers, on the other hand, can rely on Joblio to bridge the gap between them and qualified foreign labor candidates through turn-key immigration and relocation services. Using the employer app, organizations can upload unlimited job postings, review applicant profiles, set interviews, and also streamline immigration paperwork and background checks.

Q: What can we expect from your company in the next 6 months? What are your plans?

 

A: We were created to oppose slave labor and bring the global recruitment sector out of the shadows. And so continued expansion is a major focus for us as it helps us break into new markets where we can better champion the rights and entitlements of workers.

Currently, we’re working on the automation of our proprietary ACE (Applicant Concierge Experience) — which was previously available only to C-level executives, to allow every worker that relocates to another country to get community support, language courses, and guidance from dedicated members of the Joblio community.

As a technology-driven company, we have few R&D projects in the pipeline, that involve augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) capabilities, to improve our ability to deliver long-distance vocational certification.

Q: What is the best thing about your company that people might not know about?

A: Joblio’s leadership consists mostly of immigrants and refugees who have worn the shoes and know where it pinches. Our service is free for applicants because we are driven by the belief that employers should shoulder the responsibility of hiring new staff, and our efficiently designed system makes it worth their while to do so.

Originally Posted: https://www.techcompanynews.com/joblio-is-a-cross-border-employment-platform-focused-on-transforming-the-labor-market-through-transparency-and-compliance/

Happy Upcoming New Year from Joblio

It’s hard to believe that the new year is almost upon us.

Like many of you during this period, we’re feeling incredibly proud of the work that we have carried out in 2022 – namely due to the many benefits it brought around for refugees and labor migrants.

In a year plagued by humanitarian crises, such as the war in Ukraine and the resultant refugee crisis, we have been blessed with the ability to help those who need it most – whose lives are now improved because of Joblio.

Our company stands apart, not only because of our efficiency but also because of our values and humanistic approach. To put it simply, our desire to make a difference is what helps us to make a difference. Inevitably, Joblio will continue to grow in 2023 because of our professionalism and the good karma we carry with us.

A Holiday Message from Jon Purizhansky, Joblio’s CEO and Founder.

“As the year comes to an end, we get  to reflect on our accomplishments and create plans for the year ahead of  us,” states Jon Purizhanksy, Joblio’s Founder & CEO. “We are  incredibly proud of the work carried out by each and every member of our  talented team. Together, we have made a real difference in the lives of  the refugee and labor migrant communities.

“Obviously, we could not have done  this without the support from our clients worldwide – so we thank you  greatly for this. We also thank you for wanting to make a difference by  improving your recruitment processes and providing refugees and labor  migrants with opportunities to thrive in their new host countries”.

In supporting our goals, we’re  changing the way in which the current system works – which will enable  us to eradicate inequalities.

“I’d also like to take a moment to  thank each and every member of the Joblio team,” says Jon. “I feel  honored to have a great, self-motivated team to work with. As such, I  would like to express my personal gratitude for your support, your  enthusiasm, your creativity, your ethical standards, and all of the hard  work you do.”

What’s next for Joblio?

As we move into 2023, the team at Joblio hopes to continue to make positive change through our ACE program and support of ethical recrutiment. We also urge the corporate sector to join us in our fight to better the future of refugees and labor migrants globally. We wish everyone a happy and healthy 2023!

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/happy-upcoming-new-year-from-joblio/

How Joblio Provides Upward Mobility

At Joblio, our core aim is to help connect foreign talent with employers that desperately need them – cultivating relationships that are mutually beneficial and allow businesses to thrive.

Above all, we’re passionate about ensuring that the opportunities we provide to job seekers enable them to better their lives through upward mobility.

What is upward mobility? 

“There are various definitions of upward mobility, but they all relate to ‘the experience of moving up into a more comfortable economic position in society,’” said Jon Purizhansky, CEO and Founder of Joblio.

“For example, by making it easier for companies across Canada to hire foreign talent, we’re providing talent with more opportunities to progress in their careers. This lowers unemployment, while also giving them the chance to obtain higher-paid jobs,” he said.

“Our aim to provide foreign talent with upward mobility aligns closely with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those that ‘promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.’”

How is Joblio providing opportunities for upward mobility? 

Refugees and new immigrants face various barriers when it comes to securing employment – and by extension, achieving upward mobility. For example, this includes:

  • Job Seeking Barriers.
  • Language Barriers
  • Housing Barriers.
  • Pre-existing Biases

“Joblio’s ACE program is designed to eradicate these barriers, putting foreign talent on the cusp of success,”  said Jon Purizhansky.

Job Seeking Barriers: 

Refugees and new immigrants are often incredibly active job seekers once they have obtained the relevant paperwork and a work permit. However, a combination of biases and setbacks often means that they end up in positions they would otherwise be overqualified for. For example, a recent Forbes study found that “over one-third of highly educated immigrants in employment are overqualified for their jobs.”

When they take on these roles, they are often doing so out of a desire to provide for themselves and their family. They feel as though certain doors are already closed to them.

At Joblio, we hope to eradicate this issue by partnering with a range of company’s across all industries – including businesses such as your own. This process comes with many benefits – especially as it means that skilled workers are given the chance to shine in the industries that need them. Furthermore, this boosts job satisfaction rates, which allows businesses to grow and develop.

Language Barriers:

While over 200 languages are spoken in Canada, the majority of workplaces require talent that are English-speaking. While proficiency levels can vary, this requirement is often put in place to allow smooth and easy communication among team members. As a result, it is particularly important in high-pressure or dangerous environments, such as construction or building sites.

In order to eliminate language barriers, we provide our jobseekers with language courses and classes that help them to develop their language skills quickly. Again, this opens them up to more opportunities in the workplace, as they’re able to apply for more varied positions. This can also work towards upward mobility as “those who are bilingual or multilingual can earn 5%-20% more per hour than those who aren’t.”

Housing Barriers:

One of the biggest roadblocks and concerns that new immigrants face in Canada is finding suitable housing for themselves and their families. After all, there are many factors at play here. They want to find a space that is safe, with a strong sense of community. This helps them feel at home, even though they may be very far from the life they knew previously. Sometimes, access to nice housing or living spaces can limit their job search as they become tethered to a certain place or property – even if they’re aren’t many opportunities in that area.

At Joblio, we hope to eradicate housing struggles and make it easier for new immigrants to find a job and a house that meets their needs by providing them with three, valid housing options to consider. This housing is always within 45 minutes from their work and is priced at no more than 30% of their total net income budget.

Once they’ve selected a property that meets their needs, one of our dedicated and friendly operations managers will talk them through the rest of the process. For example, while we do not cover or subsidize housing costs, we can make it possible for new immigrants to rent out properties without credit scores. This takes a lot of the stress out of moving to a new place, so the candidates can focus their full attention on their work without worrying about accommodation.

Pre-existing biases:

Jon Purizhansky: One of the biggest roadblocks that foreign talent face is due to pre-existing biases or misinformation. For example, employees may be hesitant to hire foreign talent as they believe the process will take too long. However, as our services are incredibly streamlined, many job seekers on our platform are able to start work quickly, often within seven days. This gives foreign talent the opportunity to excel by ensuring they get their foot through the door.

Once they join your team, you’re sure to see what an asset they are to your company.

Get in touch today to find out more via email at employer@joblio.co or visit https://joblio.co.

Why Hiring Foreign Talent Can Help With Canadian Labor Shortage

Right now, Canada is experiencing a significant labor/talent shortage. In fact, a study conducted by Proof Point found that “more than half of Canadian businesses say labor shortages are limiting their ability to increase production—up from 40% before the pandemic and 30% a decade ago.”

The impact of these shortages are far-ranging. Firstly, unfilled vacancies cost businesses considerable amounts of money every day, with a recent study predicting losses of  $454 a week or $1800 a month when a job remains vacant. Unfulfilled vacancies also mean that your current employees are forced to fill in the gaps left by their absent teammates. This can cause both efficiency and productivity rates to plummet, putting your business on a downward spiral that can be hard to recover from. Overbearing your current workforce can also lead to burnout, which will worsen employee turnover rates.

“As such, it’s crucial that business owners across all industries find new ways to conquer the talent shortage – and hiring foreign talent through global employment platforms such as Joblio could be the solution you are looking for, “ said Jon Purizhansky, CEO and Founder of Joblio.

How can foreign talent help with the talent shortage? 

There are many reasons why foreign talent can prove to be invaluable to Canadian business owners amid the talent shortage.

Firstly, “annual immigration in Canada amounts to around 300,000 new immigrants – one of the highest rates per population of any country in the world.” These figures are likely to rise considerably in the coming months, as Canada continues to welcome an influx of refugees – such as Ukrainians fleeing the Russian invasion under the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel (CUAET). This means that foreign talent makes up a considerable (and growing) % of job seekers in Canada. As such, your ideal candidate is likely a member of one of Canada’s vibrant immigrant communities.

Not only are there hundreds of newcomers actively looking for work – but they’re also bringing a lot of talent into the mix. While they may not possess the same formal qualifications as Canadian employees, they’re often more determined, more focused, and willing to adapt to any challenges you throw their way. They also have varied experience working across numerous key industries, such as construction, hospitality, and more.  This, combined with their unique skillsets, means they’re an asset to any company they join.

Ready to expand your team? We’re here to help. 

Despite the many benefits associated with hiring foreign talent, many employers are unwilling to take the leap. This is because they associate the idea of procuring international talent with a lengthy employment process through LMIA, wherein they must wait for several months to locate the talent, before embarking upon a complicated legal process while they obtain VISAs and other forms of documentation.

However, at Joblio, we work to ensure that you can enjoy the benefits of hiring foreign talent without the wait time. This is because we’re already embedded in new immigrant communities within Canada, helping talented job seekers connect with employers that need them.

“Our database contains over 10k new Canadian Immigrants, who are ready to start working right away,” said Jon Purizhansky.

Get in touch today to find out more via email at employer@joblio.co or visit https://joblio.co.

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/why-hiring-foreign-talent-can-help-with-the-canadian-labor-shortage/

5 Reasons Why Sustainable Development Goals Are Important

In our last blog, we outlined the United Nations Sustainable development goals, alongside the steps we are taking as a company to support and uphold them. However, we also thought it was important to touch upon the reasons why these goals were outlined in the first place.

“Understanding the motives behind these goals puts us all in a better position to support them and ensure the changes are brought to fruition. After all, it provides us with a framework for action we can take to help, both on a personal level and within the company itself,” said Jon Purizhansky, CEO and Founder of Joblio With that in mind, here are five reasons why sustainable development goals are important.

Setting Goals works:

Setting goals is one of the most effective ways to bring about change. That’s why we’re so often encouraged to set targets and goals at work. Furthermore, “in a complex world, organizations and countries can align their agendas and prioritize funding” through effective goal-setting. There are many examples of this methodology working. For example, in the year 2000, it was hoped to halve poverty by 2015, and “Poverty, as measured by living on less than $1.25 a day, has halved.”

Sustainable Goals change lives:

While the goals are designed to produce widespread change, it’s important that we remember the impact they have on individuals. For example, at Joblio, when working towards goal #8 (Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all), we’re helping foreign talent and refugees secure life-changing positions in their chosen industry. Not only does this provide them with a chance to progress in their career, but it improves their economic outlook quite considerably. As a result, they’re able to better provide for themselves and their family moving forward.

Sustainable Goals create a more equal world:

There’s no denying that being born in a certain country provides us with privileges that other areas of the world do not have access to. For example, while we may have taken our schooling for granted, 58.4 million children currently do not have access to basic education. By supporting the UN’s sustainable goals, we’re working to remove these barriers so that everyone is on an equal, fair footing. As a result, we’re creating a better world for all.

Sustainable Goals Will Help the Economy:

The UN’s sustainable goals will also help improve the global economy. For example, unemployment places a strain on local economies as “unemployed people tend to spend less, may accrue more debt, and unemployment may lead to higher payments from state and federal governments for things like food stamps.” As labor shortages are proving to be a persistent trend in Canada, we hope to resolve this issue through our commitment to improving access to job opportunities for foreign talent. This way, they’re able to secure better, higher-paying jobs.

Sustainable Goals create better opportunities for all:

By committing to bringing sustainable goals to life within our communities, we’re creating better opportunities for future generations. For example, by furthering their careers, foreign talent are able to explore better employment opportunities. As a result, they’re able to share new ideas, thoughts, and perspectives with their employers that can change a workplace for the better. Their ideas could lead to company growth, or even create more jobs. As a result, we’re investing in future opportunities with every single hire made through our platform.

“At Joblio, our core aim is to make a real difference in the lives of foreign talent living in Canada (and beyond). In doing so, our motivations align themselves with these goals for sustainable development,” said Jon Purizhansky.

“Joblio is already on the path to achieving these goals – without relying on charitable donations to make such events possible.”

To find out more, please do not hesitate to get in touch via email to employer@joblio.co or visit https://joblio.co

Originally Posted: https://joblio.co/en/blog/5-reasons-why-sustainable-development-goals-are-important/