1. Why Hire Internationally Trained Workers (ITWs)?

• 1. Why hire?
• 2. Plan
• 3. Recruit
• 4. Assess & Select
• 5. Integrate & Retain
• 6. Resources
• Video Series

1.2 The benefits of hiring ITWs

You can benefit from hiring and retaining ITWs in many ways. They are often highly motivated, dedicated hard-working employees who can:

• Help meet your labour needs. Skilled Canadian-bornworkers are getting harder to find and, over the coming years, immigrants will play an increasingly significant role in Canada’s labour force.
• Increase your competitiveness. Many ITWs have the skills and talents to help your organization compete in the global marketplace.
• Help develop new markets. ITWs may speak languages and have knowledge of cultures that can help you develop new local and global markets.
• Make your organization more effective. ITWs can bring fresh perspectives into your organization, stimulating new thinking and introducing more effective ways of doing business.
• Connect you with other valuable workers and organizations. ITWs may be able to link you to other prospective employees and connect your business to useful national or international organizations.