CANB Navigator & HR Support

Building a construction workforce that's diverse, safety-focused, and highly skilled.

Our CANB Navigator role is a trusted source of human resources insight, programs, and tools to help the New Brunswick construction industry.

Our Navigator role works to strengthen the ability of the New Brunswick construction sector to meet current and future needs of its workforce by leveraging the diverse skills and experience of immigrant talent.

How a CANB Navigator can help:

Working hand-in-hand every step of the way, we act as your Navigator and HR Support expert, guiding employers through the complexities of hiring and integrating diverse talent.

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Employers Engaged

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Jobs Filled

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Newcomers Looking

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CANB Services & Supports:

We collaborate with employers to understand their specific hiring needs, develop customized hiring plans, and support their efforts in recruiting and retaining newcomers. Recognizing the unique talent requirements of each employer, we provide tailored strategies that also align with broader industry needs for effective and strategic recruitment. Check out some of our available supports below!

Central Point of Contact

We specialize in connecting construction employers with government and immigrant serving organizations, leveraging our in-depth knowledge of the immigration ecosystem and strong network of governmental and local agencies.

We maintain strong relationships with settlement agencies, Immigration New Brunswick, and WorkingNB, ensuring that both employers and newcomers have access to the most relevant services.

We keep our you up-to-date, informing you of essential changes in immigration policies, labor laws, and bilateral agreements that could affect your hiring and retention strategies.

As your trusted partner, we serve as your primary contact to help you navigate this complex immigration ecosystem with ease.

Recruitment Support

We excel in discovering and placing top-tier talent from around the globe, tailored specifically for the construction sector. From crafting compelling job ads to meticulous candidate screening and dynamic interviews, our process is designed to seamlessly match construction employers with the skilled professionals they need.

We empower your business with strategic succession planning and deep insights into local workforce trends. Our succession planning services ensure that your workforce pipelines are robust, preparing your organization for smooth transitions at every level.

By leveraging localized data, we help you understand key factors such as labor demand and supply, competitive actions, and regulatory impacts within your employment market. This comprehensive understanding supports strategic hiring and workforce development decisions, preparing your organization not just for the present but also for a sustainable and successful future in the evolving construction landscape.

Succession Planning & Localized Workforce Insights

We design comprehensive onboarding programs that ensure new hires transition smoothly and effectively into their roles. Our programs are tailored to foster a deep understanding of cultural nuances, making them ideal for workplaces enriched by international diversity.

Onboarding & Intergration

Workplace Readiness

We recognize the critical importance of preparing your workplace to embrace and support a diverse workforce. Our Workplace Readiness Services focus on ensuring that your team, management, and company culture are fully equipped to welcome and integrate employees from various backgrounds. We offer comprehensive cultural competency training and provide a clear roadmap to foster an inclusive and respectful work environment.

Join the CANB team as a Navigator today!

The CANB Navigator position is for an individual with extensive experience with immigration services and programs. The position involves support for construction industry employers and immigrant candidates to ensure people are connected to the right services quickly and that barriers to services are reduced whenever possible.

Position would include:

Working with the construction association to aid with all related immigration services
Working directly with individuals to answer questions, complete required paperwork and follow up with the appropriate channels.
Be a liaison between individuals and government for immigration
Creating contacts and relationships with federal and provincial government
Proactive in researching new streams and upcoming changes to immigration related services
Creating and updating hiring aids such as road maps, contacts, resources, etc.

Skills

Vast knowledge with immigration programs such Atlantic Immigration Pilot (AIP), Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
Problem solving
Human Resources
Communication, both written and verbal
Current knowledge in best practices for all related immigration needs
Strong knowledge of the immigration government and community services available
Proficient in computer skills and adaptive to changes and updated of applications and programs