Thousands of Ukrainians are finding refuge in North Dakota as they fill oil field jobs amid a labor shortage. Through programs like Uniting for Ukraine and the Bakken Global Recruitment of Oilfield Workers, Ukrainians are being recruited to work in North Dakota's oil industry. The program aims to recruit 100 workers by the end of 2023 and 400 after one year. The workers start in construction and other basic jobs, with the opportunity for advancement and higher wages. The arrival of Ukrainians is expected to make a significant difference to the local economy and schools in cities like Minot and Dickinson.
Thousands of Ukrainians are moving to North Dakota to work in the oil fields, seeking high-wage jobs to support their families back home amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. Through programs like Uniting for Ukraine and the Bakken Global Recruitment of Oilfield Workers, Ukrainians are being recruited to fill the workforce shortage in North Dakota. The program sponsors provide assistance in finding work, healthcare, schools, and housing for the new arrivals. While the number of Ukrainian workers may seem small, their presence is making a significant impact on cities like Minot and Dickinson. The program aims to recruit 100 workers by the end of 2023 and 400 after one year.
The US and Canada have reached an agreement to divert asylum seekers from their borders, allowing Canada to turn back immigrants at Roxham Road, a popular unofficial crossing point from New York for migrants seeking asylum in Canada. In exchange, Canada has agreed to provide a new, legal refugee program for 15,000 migrants who are fleeing violence, persecution and economic devastation in South and Central America, lessening the pressure of illegal crossings into the United States from Mexico. The deal is set to be announced by President Biden and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau after their meeting in Ottawa.
