Open
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 14, 2021
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Overview
This initiative connects employers with qualified newcomers to help fill full-time vacancies in Newfoundland and Labrador. It supports job matching, interviews, and next steps related to hiring and immigration.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : October 14, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Matching employers with qualified newcomers for vacant positions.
- Sharing candidate resumes with participating employers.
- Supporting interviews and hiring steps.
- Assisting with immigration-related next steps after a job offer.
Documents Needed
- Completed online registration form
- Electronic copy of the work permit
- Resume
- Occupation classification / NOC code
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Newfoundland and Labrador-based employers
- International graduates
- Spouses of international students
- Open work permit holders in Newfoundland and Labrador or elsewhere in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Third-party recruiters and consultants
- Employers seeking part-time or seasonal hiring through this initiative
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Hiring through recruiters or consultants.
- Part-time or seasonal jobs.
- Temporary employment not offered on an indeterminate basis.
Eligible geographic areas
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants register online and are reviewed by department staff.
- Qualified candidates are matched to participating employers.
- Employers may receive resumes and interview support.
- The employer makes the final hiring decision and job offer.
- Department staff assist with next steps, including immigration-related processes.
Additional information
- There are no costs associated with registering.
- Employers must be directly engaged; third parties are not allowed.
- Department staff may help with interviews and next steps.
- Settlement assistance is expected for new hires.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pathway Job matching Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Pathway Job matching. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Pathway Job matching?
This initiative connects employers with qualified newcomers to help fill full-time vacancies in Newfoundland and Labrador. It supports job matching, interviews, and next steps related to hiring and immigration.
Who is eligible for the Pathway Job matching program?
To be eligible for the Pathway Job matching program, you must:
Full-time, year-round job
Employer registration required
Candidate eligible to work in Canada
What expenses are eligible under Pathway Job matching?
Matching employers with qualified newcomers for vacant positions.
Sharing candidate resumes with participating employers.
Supporting interviews and hiring steps.
Assisting with immigration-related next steps after a job offer.
Who can I contact for more information about the Pathway Job matching?
You can contact Population Growth and Skills by email at JobMatching@gov.nl.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Pathway Job matching available?
The Pathway Job matching program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Who are the financial supporters of the Pathway Job matching?
Pathway Job matching is funded by Population Growth and Skills