Professional of the Year - Immigration Services

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Elaine F. Burnett

Title: Owner and President
Industry: Immigration Service
Type of Organization: Immigration Service
Major Product/Service: Providing immigration advice and services to: Canadian businesses and institutions seeking employees internationally; Canadian businesses exploring options for succession planning; Skilled workers, professionals, farmers and entrepreneurs applying to work and invest in Canada; Family’s wishing to reunite in Canada; Permanent residents seeking Canadian citizenship; Students interested in studying in Canada; Students interested in obtaining work permits and permanent landed residence; Individuals interested in sponsoring their spouses from another country
Expertise: With over 10 years experience, Ms. Burnett collaborates with and advises local businesses and immigrants to help provide jobs for those in need. She works with companies outside of Canada for outsourcing purposes. Ms. Burnett has mentored employees. She ensures that all potential hires are well-trained.
Geographic Area of Distribution: International
Affiliations: Human Resource Committee, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce; S.T.E.P.; N.S.B.A.
University/Degree: Certification, Business, Reliance School of Commerce
Hobbies/Sports: Godchildren, reading, painting
Work History: Previously, Ms. Burnett served in the International Trade Division of the Saskatchewan Government before moving to Immigration in the mid-1980’s. She was a member of the initial Canada-Saskatchewan negotiating committee leading to the first-ever Canada-Saskatchewan Immigration Agreement signed in 1998.
Published Works: Public speaking regarding quality assurance
Career Accomplishments: Ms. Burnett was instrumental in designing and implementing the initial pilot project to establish the provincial nominee class for Saskatchewan.