Mr. Chris Bates at the Industry, Science and Technology Committee

On April 26th, 2022. See this statement in context.

April 26th, 2022 / 4:10 p.m.

Director General, Apprenticeship and Sectoral Initiatives Directorate, Department of Employment and Social Development

Yes, we are looking at barriers as a whole. We know there are systemic, work experience and language barriers. We could submit to the committee some of the key barriers that we have.

That's why we're investing over $100 million of new money in the foreign credential recognition program: It's to help alleviate those barriers and make sure that we utilize skilled newcomers to their full potential.

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