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Reports and research

Here TRIEC has gathered reports and research relevant to skilled immigrant employment in the Toronto Region. The information has been organized by theme. Click on the Learn More link below a theme to find related reports and research. Each publication has an abstract, executive summary and a link to read the full item.

Business Case

Find research that quantifies the business case for recruiting and retaining skilled immigrants.

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Labour Market Outcomes

Discover how skilled immigrants have fared in the labour market — their un- and under-employment.

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Education

Read about the levels of education that skilled immigrants bring with them to Canada and the barriers they face having their foreign credential evaluated upon arrival.

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Diversity and Innovation

There is a proven link between diversity and innovation.

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Demographic Changes

Ready how demographic changes require considerations of new talent pools.

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Immigration Policy

Read critiques on what’s working in selection policies and what needs to be improved.

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Employer Guides

Consult guides designed to help employers increase diverse and immigrant talent.

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Settlement Services

Researchers have studied the availability of and uptake on settlement services to newcomers.

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