International Recruitment 101 Talking Talent: Language Skills in the Workplace Effective communication is key to a successful team, especially when bringing in talent from around the world. This guide will help employers assess, define, and balance language skills in international recruitment. Let’s explore simple ways to build diverse and effective teams while avoiding common challenges. Assessing Language Skills: Understanding if candidates can talk and write well is crucial. Here are some easy strategies for assessing language skills: Language Proficiency Tests: Use tests like IELTS o ..read more

International Recruitment 101 Fostering Inclusivity: A Guide to Diversity in the Modern Workplace As organizations increasingly tap into the global talent pool to drive innovation, the imperative for cultural sensitivity in the workplace has never been more critical. This article delves into the essence of cultural sensitivity and offers fresh perspectives on cultivating inclusive workplaces through international recruitment. The Kaleidoscope of Workplace Diversity Modern workplaces are evolving into microcosms of the global community, with professionals from diverse cultural backgrounds ..read more

International Recruitment 101 Hiring Globally: Navigating Employment Laws Bringing in talent from around the world can be a smart move for companies looking to add diversity to their team and tap into global skills. However, success in hiring internationally goes beyond just finding the right people; it requires understanding the rules that govern the process. In this blog post, we’ll explore the important aspects of compliance and regulations, both at home and abroad, that companies need to keep in mind when bringing in talent from overseas. Local Work Rules and Guidelines Before we dive ..read more

International Recruitment 101 Closing the Labor and Skills Gaps in Canada Canada, a land of opportunity, faces a significant challenge – a shortage of skilled workers across various industries. Despite its thriving economy, the demand for talent surpasses the available workforce. Let’s dive into the heart of Canada’s labour and skills gap and explore how international recruitment plays a crucial role in solving this issue. Understanding the Canadian Labour Situation Canada excels in diverse industries like technology, healthcare, and infrastructure. However, to sustain growth, the country ..read more

International Recruitment 101 Tips for Successful International Recruitment In our last post, we talked about the critical role of international recruitment in resolving Canada’s labor and skills deficiencies. In this post, we’re going to talk about diversification. Diversification is crucial to the success of the Canadian workforce, a key element for innovation and progress. Diverse Teams Lead To Diverse Insights Canada’s identity is a vibrant tapestry woven with strands of multiculturalism and a steadfast embrace of individuals hailing from every corner of the globe. This mosaic isn’t m ..read more

International Recruitment 101 Closing the Labor and Skills Gaps in Canada Canada, a land of opportunity, faces a significant challenge – a shortage of skilled workers across various industries. Despite its thriving economy, the demand for talent surpasses the available workforce. Let’s dive into the heart of Canada’s labor and skills gap and explore how international recruitment plays a crucial role in solving this issue. Understanding the Canadian Labor Situation Canada excels in diverse industries like technology, healthcare, and infrastructure. However, to sustain growth, the country ..read more

The way businesses operate is changing, breaking free from geographical boundaries. Technology, increased mobility, and global markets have transformed the work landscape. Companies are no longer confined to hiring talent locally; instead, they are exploring a broader, global talent pool. Competition for skilled employees is intense in this global market. This shift marks a significant change in how organizations approach hiring. It recognizes that a world full of talent offers untapped potential, and relying solely on local hires poses risks. Benefits of International Recruitment 1. Diverse ..read more

IVEY Group is extremely proud to partner with EACOM Timber Corporation on its $10 million dollar investment to replace its existing housing facility in Gogama, Ontario. This investment will replace 12 housing units with a complex of 44 units including a food catering service for its employees. At IVEY Group, we work with each of our clients, to overcome many challenges and to identify sustainable solutions to address the labor shortage in Canada.  Oftentimes, housing/accommodations are one of those barriers and challenges. “From the very beginning ..read more

IVEY Group partnered with Lively-based manufacturing company Carriere Industrial Supply (CIS) over a year ago to support their labor force growth initiatives via international recruitment. Together, we found, recruited, and integrated six skilled Welders from Mexico to help fill labor shortages in their shop. Our international recruits Irvin, Miguel, Jorge, Jesus, Ismael, Jasso, and Jesus, have been settled into their new workplace for over a year and continue to work and thrive in Canada. “The addition of foreign workers has provided more cultural diversity to our wo ..read more

The Bucket Shop in Timmins is welcoming four internationally trained welders in partnership with IVEY Group. The partnership was made to help overcome the skilled labor gap in Northern Ontario. On Wednesday, April 28th, 2021, The Bucket Shop welcomed two new Welders, Pavlo & Kyryl from Ukraine to fill positions in their organization. The Bucket Shop is a manufacturing, custom fabrication, and repair facility that streamlines an entire assembly of management, marketing, administration, sales, and production divisions to assist companies with their mining ..read more