Employer Information

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TWO HILLS is a vibrant, welcoming, multicultural community with opportunity for those who seek it.
The Town Of Two Hills is proud to be a designated community under the Rural Renewal Stream of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. The Rural Renewal Stream offers eligible workers the opportunity to immigration to Alberta as a Provincial Nominee with the formal support of the municipal government. With the support of this program, the Town of Two Hills , fills local labor gaps by endorsing employers and job seekers to fast-track immigration for eligible candidates. We will respond to all inquiries related to the Rural Renewal Stream within a
30-day cycle.

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Employers:
If you are an employer located within the Town of Two Hills and are interested in participating in the Rural Renewal Stream to fill labor gaps and support candidates in obtaining permanent residency, please visit our website

Candidates:
If you are a non-Canadian resident who is interested in obtaining permanent residency by living and working within the Town of Two Hills, please visit our website 

Application Process:
Applications will require a 30-day review process. Applying for the Rural Renewal Stream as an employer or candidate can be a confusing process. We've outlined the steps below to help you understand the responsibilities of employers and candidates. Are you a visual person? View PROCESS MAP

Employers play an integral role in the success of the Town of Two Hills Rural Renewal Stream. If your company is interested in participating in the program, apply by completing the application form and submitting online. To make an appointment to discuss your application, please email: AAIP@townoftwohills.com Learn about the full Town of Two Hills Rural Renewal Stream Process we will respond to all inquiries related to the Rural Renewal Stream within a 30-day cycle.

Eligibility for Participating in the Rural Renewal Stream:
To qualify for the Rural Renewal Stream, employers must meet eligibility criteria. Please review the details below.

Employer Criteria:

1. The company must be incorporated, or registered by or under, an act of the legislature of a province, 
   territory, or the Parliament of Canada and operate as a business that has an established production 
   capability, plant, or place of business in Alberta.

2. Have full-time employment (continuous, 12 months or more) that meets the criteria of the Rural Renewal 
   Stream as defined by the Government of Alberta and the Community Partnership, including wages and 
   benefits that meet or exceed the lowest starting wage for this occupation across all industries and Alberta
   as set out on the ALIS website.

3. Have been operating within the community and hold a valid Town of Two Hills Commercial Business 
   License for a minimum of 6 months.

4. Not be in violation of any federal or provincial regulations.

5. Not have any Occupational Health and Safety complaints within the 24 months prior to applying and be in
   good standing.

6. Not have any health violations through Alberta Health Services within the 24 months prior to applying and 
   be in good standing.

7. Be in good standing with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

8. Demonstrate that you or your business have knowledge of the employer's responsibilities with respect to
   federal and provincial immigration laws and regulations.

9. Demonstrate that you have satisfied program requirements to fill the position within Canada and the 
   outcomes of your efforts. A Labour Market Impact Assessment is not required but demonstrated efforts to 
   recruit locally, provincially and nationally is required. For the purpose of the Town of Two Hills Rural 
   Renewal Program, the employer must demonstrate the position has been posted for a minimum of two 
   weeks.

10. Demonstrate that you have a welcoming workplace and are aware of the risks of recruiting newcomers to 
    the workplace and community.

11. Agree to work with the Community Partnership to advance newcomer success in our community.

12. Meet all eligibility criteria under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program's Rural Renewal Stream 
    prior to issuing an offer of employment. Please review the available information carefully

13. The program will allow eligible employers to recruit a maximum of 25% of their workforce through the Rural Renewal Stream.

Ineligible Occupations and Job Offers:
Some occupations and job offers are not eligible for the Rural Renewal Stream. These occupations and offers are defined by the Government of Alberta.

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