In the Pontiac region, workforce recruitment remains a challenge across several sectors. For Kim Lesage, Director General of the MRC Pontiac, openness to immigration is a practical and valuable part of the solution.
Through various hiring calls and recruitment processes, interest in international candidates has grown. Their qualifications, diverse experiences and varied professional backgrounds bring meaningful value to the region.
A Contribution Beyond Employment
When someone chooses to settle in the Pontiac with their family, the impact extends far beyond the job they fill.
New residents shop locally, use public services, enroll their children in school and participate in community life. Their presence contributes directly to the region’s economic and social vitality.
They also bring new perspectives and experiences that foster mutual learning. This diversity enriches conversations and broadens collective understanding.
Supporting Settlement and Connection
For the MRC, welcoming newcomers means more than offering employment opportunities. It also involves helping them feel connected to their new environment.
New arrivals are encouraged to discover the region, take part in cultural activities and build relationships within the community. Initiatives such as shared meals, golf outings and ice fishing activities create informal opportunities to connect.
These moments play an important role in building a sense of belonging.
Encouragement To Employers
Kim Lesage strongly encourages employers in the region to consider hiring individuals from abroad.
Qualified professionals who choose to settle in the Pontiac bring valuable experience and diverse backgrounds that strengthen local organizations.
In a region like the Pontiac, every new family makes a difference. Each arrival contributes to the continued growth and vitality of the community.
Watch Kim Lesage’s full video testimonial: