Thank you for that.
The temporary foreign workers program has been helpful in addressing labour challenges, although critics have suggested reform is required to address chronic shortages and ensure that the TFWP is as responsive as possible to labour market needs. The federal government has moved to immigration models using permanent residency in tandem with work in specific sectors experiencing labour shortages. Providing a consistent stream of workers for employers in struggling sectors while also giving assurance for migrants to remain in Canada permanently seems one of the most viable solutions.
Ms. van den Berg or Mr. Bourbeau, can you share your thoughts with the committee on this approach?