Great news for employers in Manitoba! As of September 2, 2025, the Employer Services team has reopened applications for the newly renamed Employer Direct Initiative.

This initiative includes updated eligibility criteria and some fantastic enhancements to the process and application forms to make your experience smoother.

The goal? To help retain temporary residents already working with you—because we know they’re valuable to your team!

If you're looking for more information about these updates, check out the initiative details and see how it can support your business needs.