One of our main tasks in assessing an employer request is insisting that an employer provide proof that they have undertaken extensive advertising in local newspapers, on the national job bank, and other sources, depending on the type of occupation and the region in which they're operating. They do actually have to provide proof of the work they've done in that area to ensure that Canadians are not missing out on employment opportunities.
On February 25th, 2008. See this statement in context.