Brandon, Manitoba

We recently wrote about the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) an exciting new federal immigration program aimed at attracting new immigrants to rural and northern communities in Canada. This five-year initiative will help match employers who are experiencing an acute labour shortage with skilled foreign workers. One of the 11 communities that has been chosen is Brandon, Manitoba.

Here are 4 things to know about living in Brandon, Manitoba:
1) Location: The city is the second-largest city in the province of Manitoba. It is located in the southwestern corner of the province. With a population of approximately 50,000, it is one of the sunniest cities in the country.

2) Affordability: The city has one of the lowest housing costs in Canada. For example, a one bedroom apartment in Brandon costs approximately $750 CAD, whereas the same unit in Toronto would cost approximately $2,300 CAD.

3) Healthcare: The city has a fully accredited health centre with over 100 physicians and specialists. There are also numerous medical clinics located throughout the City to meet the needs of its residents.

4) Education:
The city is home to top-class educational institutions! Post-secondary institutions include Brandon University, Assiniboine Community College and the Manitoba Emergency Services College. Brandon also offers quality elementary and high schools with French immersion options.

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Communities will start accepting applications in late Fall 2019 to January 2020. Once the communities are ready to begin recruiting and recommending candidates, more information will be available.Have questions about migrating to Canada?

Contact Kari Davis, RCIC at info@bisonimmigration.com or WhatsApp 647-988-7765 or 876-784-9302 to book your assessment.
Please note: The information provided is for general purposes only, you should not act upon any such information without first seeking qualified professional counsel on your specific immigration matter.