The Town of Edson says it is taking a step back from the Alberta Advantage Immigration Rural Renewal Stream program.
Town officials say this decision has been driven by a few primary factors such as:
Resource Allocation: The program demands a significant commitment in terms of local staff resources. Given recent staffing challenges, the Town is finding it difficult to allocate the necessary resources to this initiative.
Program Concerns: The Town has identified administrative concerns, alongside gaps in the program’s validation and reporting processes. These concerns have been formally communicated to the Province for further review.
The Town says it remains deeply committed to council’s strategic priority of Fostering a Robust and Adaptable Economy. In alignment with this, Town officials say they maintain an open stance towards reevaluating this initiative, and similar initiatives, as circumstances evolve.
The Town says it also holds a strong belief in bolstering the local economy and remains committed to addressing labour shortages and ushering in economic growth and opportunities for local residents, but must do so with due diligence.
