See My Value

IRIS YANG
Business/Finance

Saint John has done an outstanding job welcoming newcomers to our city, now you can help ensure they stay and bring value to your business.

Saint John is a city where everyone belongs. We care deeply about moving the region forward. And we care deeply about the people who make that happen. Newcomers are a critical part of that network of innovators, dreamers and doers. They are actively contributing to Saint John and are ready to contribute to your business.

Newcomers are the key to your recruitment needs. See their value.

Newcomers bring with them the education, experience, skills and work ethic you need. Hundreds of newcomers are here, right now. They have the talent and attitude you are searching for to fill the roles you require to help your business succeed.

The benefits of welcoming a newcomer into your workplace are endless. Your workforce culture will be immeasurably enriched, and their contribution will add significant value to your team and your bottom line.

“Saint John is becoming a hub for our newcomer communities and people looking to make Saint John their home. In order for them to do that, they need to be employed. We are proudly rooted in Saint John and want to be able to retain talent locally. Our newcomer candidates are incredibly qualified. You need to see value in every individual. At OSCO, we are not just looking to fill our organization with talented individuals, we are looking for future leaders.”

Camila Ugarte
Corporate Recruiter, OSCO Construction Group
a member of the Newcomer Employment Champions Program

“Our community is so incredibly fortunate to benefit from the value, culture and vibrancy the newcomer population contributes to the overall fabric of the region. The team at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre is thrilled to express our support for this important campaign.”

Amy McLennan
General Manager, Canada Games Aquatic Centre

“We have had great success recruiting from Saint John's newcomer community. Yes, you will need to put in more effort, but in the long run, you will gain more from the experience, an enriched workplace culture, team members who are eager to learn and high retention. Take the opportunity, there are committed, qualified newcomers living in the community who are ready and willing to work.”

Shirley Mitchell
Manager of HR & Quality Systems, Coast Tire & Auto Service Ltd.

Are you a business owner or HR manager looking for talent? Newcomers to Saint John have everything you need and more.