Struggling to Recruit Talent?
Venture Kamloops Can Help
In Canada's fiercely competitive labor market, securing qualified talent with the right skill set has become an ever more daunting task. This challenge is projected to persist over the next 10 to 15 years due to the retirement of baby boomers and a decline in the working-age population. Fortunately, numerous organizations offer a wealth of resources to aid employers in recruitment, training, and accessing grants. These resources can greatly support you in devising a comprehensive workforce development plan.
We Offer In-person or Virtual Meetings
Venture Kamloops will arrange a meeting, either in person or virtually, to further explore and delve into your specific requirements.
Options to Achieve Recruitment Goals
Following the meeting, Venture Kamloops will diligently analyze your needs and present you with a range of options to accomplish your employee recruitment objectives.
Attracted Skilled Talent
To British Columbia
Website Traffic
1,500 Views to the
Jobs in BC Landing Page
Regions Targeted
France, Netherlands,
Morocco, UK, Ireland
Work Interest
Over 300 profile submissions
as of May 2024
Success in Attracting
Skilled Talent to BC
Venture Kamloops, along with representatives from Kelowna, Vernon, and Salmon Arm, recently embarked on an ambitious international recruitment campaign aimed at attracting skilled workers to British Columbia. This campaign culminated in a successful showcase at major emigration conferences held in France, the Netherlands, Ireland, Morocco, and the UK. The campaign sought to highlight the region's thriving economy, quality of life, and employment opportunities, particularly in key industries such as technology, trades, and healthcare.
The initiative proved fruitful, with nine individuals visiting Kamloops after engaging with representatives at the conferences. Moreover, three families have since relocated to the region, and seven additional individuals are actively seeking employment opportunities within Kamloops. This campaign underscores our commitment to fostering economic growth and community development by bringing in diverse, talented professionals from around the globe.
Avid ActionCOACH Growth Community
Program Participant
As a business coaching firm dedicated to helping business owners grow and scale, we understand the challenges of finding the right talent. When we faced difficulties recruiting skilled professionals, we turned to Nicole Bruce at Venture Kamloops for guidance. Nicole’s expertise and proactive approach made all the difference.
She walked us through the available programs, provided clear direction, and connected us with the right resources to streamline the process. What could have been a long and complex undertaking became much more manageable with her support. Thanks to Venture Kamloops, we were able to navigate our hiring needs with clarity and confidence.
For any business owner considering hiring skilled talent, whether locally or internationally, Venture Kamloops is an incredible resource. Nicole and her team truly understand the needs of businesses and go above and beyond to provide practical solutions.
- Darrick Boyes, CEO & Senior Partner, Avid ActionCOACH Growth Community
Avid ActionCOACH Growth Community
Program Participant
Moving to Canada and establishing myself as a business coach came with many unknowns, but Nicole Bruce and the team at Venture Kamloops made the transition so much smoother. I first met Nicole at the Immigration Fair in the Netherlands, where she shared valuable insights about Kamloops and the opportunities available.
From that first conversation, it was clear that Nicole and Venture Kamloops genuinely care about newcomers and business professionals looking to establish themselves in the region. She provided practical advice, connected me with the right networks, and ensured I had access to the resources needed to get started.
Kamloops has proven to be a fantastic place to grow both personally and professionally, and the support from Venture Kamloops played a big role in making that happen. If you're considering Kamloops as your new home, don’t hesitate to reach out to Nicole—her expertise and welcoming approach make all the difference.
- Marijke van Holsteijn, , Certified International Business Coach
Creative Therapy Consultants
Program Participant
Recruiting skilled Occupational Therapists has been an ongoing challenge, and we partnered with Venture Kamloops to help navigate the process of hiring through the Global Talent Stream Category A program. Their team provided expert guidance every step of the way, ensuring we understood the requirements and timelines. Their responsiveness and professionalism made a complex process feel straightforward, allowing us to focus on finding the right candidate.
Thanks to their support, we successfully brought Megan, a highly qualified Occupational Therapist from South Africa, onto the Creative Therapy Consultants team. Megan has already made a remarkable impact with her expertise and commitment to client care. Her dedication to empowering clients aligns perfectly with our values, and she has quickly become an invaluable member of our team.
For organizations considering hiring internationally, we highly recommend reaching out to Venture Kamloops. Their knowledge and personalized assistance were instrumental in helping us bring Megan on board, and we couldn’t be more grateful for their support.
- Dave McInerney, Owner of Creative Therapy Consultants
Axis Forestry Kamloops
Program Participant
We faced ongoing difficulties recruiting CNC Machinists and reached out to Nicole at Venture Kamloops for support to hire Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs). Venture Kamloops expedited the process by providing a referral to the Category A, Global Talent Stream program. While hiring TFWs can seem daunting, Nicole made it effortless, guiding us through each step and promptly answering all our questions. We were approved to hire two TFWs far sooner than if had we independently applied- just a couple of weeks as opposed to several months! Don't hesitate to reach out to VK - especially if time is of the essence.
In March 2024, we welcomed Danilo and Noel, skilled CNC Machinists from the Philippines, to our team. Not only are Danilo & Noel extremely skilled Machinists, but they have also increased the overall professionalism in our shop and are an absolute joy to work alongside. We couldn't be happier with the outcome- thank you Nicole and Venture Kamloops!
- Robyn Cochran, Co-owner of Axis Forestry
Vivacity Technologies
Program Participant
Nicole Bruce at Venture Kamloops has been an invaluable partner in helping Vivacity Technologies navigate the complexities of hiring Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) through the Category B, Global Talent Stream program. Thanks to Venture Kamloops and Nicole's knowledge and expertise, we were able to hire and relocate a senior member of our team from South Africa to Kamloops in a matter of months. Nicole's genuine enthusiasm to help has made the process seamless, and this support will have a long lasting impact on our business.
- George Emery, Owner of Vivacity Technologies
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Tell Us About Your Business
Complete the below form & we'll be in touch to schedule a meeting. We will then analyze your needs and present you with a range of options to accomplish your employee recruitment objectives.
For More Information
Contact Nicole Bruce
Economic Development Manager
Phone: 250.828.6818
Toll Free: 1.888.526.5667
nbruce@venturekamloops.com
