Update on TRRP: Employers do not need to belong to the 7 priority sectors when supporting work permit extensions for employees in the 16 NOCs
Theo cập nhật mới của tỉnh bang Manitoba, khi xin gia hạn work permit theo chương trình Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP) , Manitoba không còn đặt nặng việc doanh nghiệp thuộc ngành nghề nào, nếu người lao động đang làm một trong 16 ngành nghề kỹ thuật được chỉ định. Nói cách khác, thay vì kiểm tra xem doanh nghiệp có nằm trong danh sách 7 lĩnh vực ưu tiên hay không, tỉnh bang chuyển trọng tâm sang tay nghề cụ thể và vai trò thực tế của người lao động trong doanh nghiệp.
This approach quite accurately reflects the reality of the Manitoba labor market. Many technicians, mechanics, and maintenance specialists work not only in traditional construction or manufacturing companies, but also in logistics, operations, maintenance, or diversified business models. The "sector requirement waiver" allows these businesses to retain key technical positions that were previously difficult to fill through the TRRP program simply because of mismatched industry names.
A good example is a logistics or warehousing company with its own fleet of trucks. This business is not in the manufacturing or construction sector, but it employs truck mechanics (NOC 72410) to ensure uninterrupted transportation operations. With the new policy, Manitoba recognizes this as a legitimate and essential need for business operations, thus allowing the business to support work permit extensions under TRRP, even if it is not in the original priority sector.
Conversely, during the application review process, Manitoba still considers the fit between the job and the business model. For example, if a restaurant advertises a diesel engine mechanic position, the province will assess the role of this job in the actual operation of the business. The review is then holistic, based on economic logic and actual staffing needs, rather than solely on the NOC name on paper.
It's important to understand that "sector exemption" is not an arbitrary relaxation, but rather a selective flexibility. Businesses still need to meet the general conditions of the TRRP, such as valid registration, actual operation in Manitoba, and financial requirements. Workers must also still meet the criteria regarding working hours, language proficiency, appropriate wages according to the NOC, and the assessment standards of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program.
Overall, this policy demonstrates Manitoba's priority in retaining valuable skilled workers while also providing businesses with greater flexibility in workforce management. If properly prepared and reflecting the nature of the work, the "16 NOCs exempt from sector requirements" provision could be a significant advantage for both workers and businesses operating in Manitoba.
These seven business sectors remain priorities for Manitoba.
- Agriculture
- Construction & Engineering
- Information Technology (IT)
- Food processing
- Education
- Health
- Manufacturing
List of 16 NOCs exempt from the requirement: Businesses in priority sectors.
22101 – Kỹ thuật viên nước & xử lý nước thải – Water and Wastewater Technician
22114 – Kỹ thuật viên cảnh quan – làm vườn – Landscape Horticulturalist
72201 – Kỹ thuật viên đo lường & điều khiển – Instrumentation and Control Technician
72304 – Thợ nồi hơi – Boilermaker
72401 – Kỹ thuật viên thiết bị nông nghiệp – Agricultural Equipment Technician
72401 – Kỹ thuật viên thiết bị hạng nặng – Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
72403 – Kỹ thuật viên toa xe đường sắt – Railway Car Technician
72404 – Kỹ thuật viên bảo trì máy bay – Aircraft Maintenance Journeyperson
72410 – Kỹ thuật viên bảo trì, sửa chữa ô tô – Automotive Service Technician
72410 – Kỹ thuật viên phụ tùng – Parts Technician
72410 – Kỹ thuật viên sửa xe giải trí (RV) – Recreation Vehicle Service Technician
72410 – Kỹ thuật viên rơ-moóc vận tải – Transport Trailer Technician
72410 – Thợ máy động cơ diesel – Diesel Engine Mechanic
72410 – Thợ máy xe tải & vận tải – Truck and Transport Mechanic
73202 – Kỹ thuật viên sửa thân vỏ & va chạm ô tô – Auto Body and Collision Technician
73202 – Kỹ thuật viên sơn – hoàn thiện ô tô – Automotive Refinishing Technician
