MONTREAL, Quebec –
Immetis Expands Business Immigration Reach with Acquisition of Auray Sourcing Immigration
Immetis, a leader in business immigration, has acquired Auray Sourcing Immigration, significantly boosting its client base and regional presence in Quebec.
- Immetis, a subsidiary of TC group J, has acquired Auray Sourcing Immigration.
- The deal adds approximately 200 new client companies, primarily in Quebec’s Montérégie, Appalaches, Estrie, Laurentides, and Lanaudière regions.
- The acquisition aims to strengthen Immetis’s market position and processing capacity in business immigration.
- Natacha Mignon, head of management at Immetis, described the deal as a “natural union” driven by shared vision and market needs.
Immetis, a prominent player in the business immigration sector, has officially acquired Auray Sourcing Immigration. This strategic move marks a significant step in Immetis’s ongoing expansion efforts.
The acquisition will bolster the presence of Immetis, a subsidiary of TC group J, across various Quebec regions. It also increases the company’s capacity to handle a high volume of applications within the complex immigration landscape.
Immetis’s client portfolio will now include around 200 new companies. These clients are primarily situated in Montérégie, Appalaches, Estrie, Laurentides, and Lanaudière. The businesses span diverse sectors, including hospitality, manufacturing, and information technology.
Natacha Mignon, head of management at Immetis, characterized the integration as a “natural union.” She noted that both entities share a common vision for business immigration.
The Genesis of the Acquisition
Discussions with Auray Sourcing Immigration began through existing professional connections within the immigration field. The acquisition process spanned approximately six months.
Mignon expressed a strong belief in the enduring importance of immigration, even amidst current policy shifts. She highlighted that while programs are tightening and discourse suggests fewer immigrants, Canada’s foundation relies on immigration. Without immigrant workers, many Quebec businesses would struggle to operate.
The support of Immetis’s shareholder was a key factor. “It gave me wings,” Mignon stated, suggesting she might not have pursued certain initiatives alone without this backing. The shareholder’s willingness to consider and support well-reasoned projects was crucial.
Market Consolidation and Labor Needs
Mignon views the union with Auray as a move to consolidate the market. Auray’s stronger regional presence will now benefit Immetis, aligning with the ongoing need for foreign workers in Quebec’s regions, irrespective of political discourse.
Labor shortages are widespread, affecting sectors such as education, manufacturing, and hospitality. Mignon pointed out that businesses in all sectors are experiencing difficulties due to a lack of staff. She suggested the issue might be less a “shortage of labor” and more an “inadequacy between the available workforce and the workforce needed by companies.”
The integration plan focuses on ensuring the Auray team feels welcomed and can flourish within Immetis. Mignon aims to replicate the positive experience she had when her own business joined the TCJ group. Customers will continue to work with their existing professionals, now supported by a larger, specialized team.
Technological Edge and Future Outlook
Immetis leverages technology extensively, a trait shared with its parent company, Groupe TCJ. This technological capability allows Immetis to manage increased volumes efficiently, utilizing systems developed since the firm’s inception in 2016. The company has operated as a paperless office from the start, with all processes conducted online and archived digitally.
While not keen on disclosing specific numbers, Mignon indicated the acquisition will enable Immetis to process approximately one-third more requests. Her priorities for the first 90 days post-acquisition include team integration, ensuring client transitions are smooth, and standardizing practices.
Mignon sees Immetis as having the greatest development potential in Quebec. She remains open to future acquisitions but emphasizes a focus on strategic alignment and cultural fit rather than growth at all costs.
Government Policy and Immigration
Regarding government policy, Mignon stressed the need for better retention in permanent immigration programs. She noted that the pathway for foreign workers to permanent residency has become overly complicated, undermining Canada’s historical attractiveness.
“Listen to the lawyers working in the field, listen to companies, industries, organizations that represent them,” Mignon urged governments. She reiterated that the collective message is one of significant labor needs across various sectors.
