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Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
No contracts with firms not meeting Omanisation rates: Tender Board
Muscat: The General Secretariat of the Tender Board has issued Circular No. (2025/2), directing all ministries and government units subject to the Tender Law to refrain entirely from contracting with private sector companies that fail to meet government-approved Omanisation rates. As per the circular, government entities are required to take the following measures: A mandatory clause related to Omanisation compliance and the employment of the national workforce must be incorporated into all tender documents prior to issuance, following the official template provided. Before awarding any contract, entities must verify that the bidding companies meet the Omanisation requirements through the electronic tendering system (Isnad), which is directly linked to the Ministry of Labour's database. For international companies and institutions not registered in the Sultanate of Oman but participating in international tenders, compliance with Omanisation obligations will be monitored post-award and during contract execution, in alignment with the local content plan. The circular underscores the government's commitment to enhancing employment opportunities for Omani nationals and ensuring that public procurement supports the country's strategic workforce 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
CTV News
2 days ago
- General
- CTV News
1 dead following industrial accident at Metrolinx rail yard in Mississauga
An investigation is underway aftre one person died following an industrial accident at a Metrolinx rail maintenance yard in Mississauga. One person has died following a workplace incident at a Metrolinx rail maintenance yard in Mississauga on Monday. The provincial transportation agency said the industrial accident happened at 6211 Goreway Dr., near Zahavy Way, just west off Highway 427. Paramedics said they responded to a call at that rail yard, but did not transport any patients to the hospital. Metrolinx rail yard Mississauga fatality June 2 An investigation is underway aftre one person died following an industrial accident at a Metrolinx rail maintenance yard in Mississauga. 'Our thoughts are with the individual and their loved ones during this difficult time,' Metrolinx said in a statement provided to CTV News Toronto.' 'As this matter is currently under investigation by Police and the Ministry of Labour, we are not able to comment further.' The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development said it was notified of the incident and has assigned an inspector to investigate.
CBC
2 days ago
- Business
- CBC
North Bay businessman charged in alleged human trafficking operation: police
North Bay police say a man has been arrested and charged following an eight-month investigation into human trafficking. Police say the accused — a North Bay businessman — was taken into custody without incident on May 28. In a Monday news release North Bay police said they launched an investigation in October after receiving reports involving unpaid wages, the sale of immigration documents, and coercion of foreign nationals into paying for being added to the payroll. "The investigation revealed that a North Bay employer exploited a foreign national by requiring payment for documents essential to their immigration application," police said in the release. According to police, on May 28, officers — with the support of the Provincial Human Trafficking Intelligence-led Joint Forces Strategy (IJFS) and the Ministry of Labour — executed search warrants at three business locations within the City of North Bay. The accused was taken into custody and slapped with multiple charges including human trafficking, material benefit from human trafficking, laundering proceeds of crime, and fraud over $5,000, police say. Police say the accused was released on house arrest on Monday and the courts have issued a publication ban, which prohibits the publication, broadcast, or transmission of specific information related to the case.
CTV News
2 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Northern Ont. businessman charged after 8-month human trafficking investigation
An undated photo of a North Bay Police Service officer's arm showing the crest on his uniform. (File photo/CTV News Northern Ontario) A North Bay businessman has been charged following an eight-month human trafficking investigation by the city's police service. North Bay Police Service vehicle An undated file photo of a North Bay Police Service vehicle with its lights on and caution tape in the background. (File photo/CTV News Northern Ontario) The accused faces multiple charges, including human trafficking, material benefit from human trafficking, laundering proceeds of crime, possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime, fraud over $5,000, extortion, uttering threats, theft, unauthorized use of a credit card and two counts of withholding documents. The investigation The North Bay Police Service launched the investigation in October 2024 after receiving reports of unpaid wages, the sale of immigration documents, and coercion of foreign nationals into paying for payroll inclusion. Police allege the employer manipulated a foreign national by demanding they pay for documents tied to their immigration status. On May 28 of this year, North Bay officers, supported by the province's human trafficking task force and the Ministry of Labour, executed search warrants at three local businesses. 'The investigation revealed that a North Bay employer exploited a foreign national by requiring payment for documents essential to their immigration application,' police said in a news release Monday. The accused was arrested without incident during the execution of the warrants. Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact North Bay police at 705-497-5555 or Crime Stoppers anonymously. Publication ban The accused was released on house arrest on June 2 and a court-ordered publication ban has prevented police from releasing the accused's identity. Human trafficking is a growing concern Authorities highlighted broader concerns, noting, 'Labour trafficking is a serious and growing issue, and migrant workers are particularly vulnerable due to precarious immigration status, isolation, and language barriers.' Hundreds of thousands of migrant workers arrive in Canada annually, with many facing exploitation despite their economic contributions. What to look out for If you or someone you know has experienced any of the following, you may be a victim of a crime: Forced or convinced to work for little or no pay Paid a wage less than what was promised Required to return pay cheques to an employer Paid to be added to a payroll Paid for documents needed for visa or residency applications Human Trafficking - Poster A Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline poster explainer illegal pressures some migrant workers face while employed. (Supplied/North Bay Police Service | Image Credit: Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline) Help is available Authorities urge potential victims to reach out for help. Contact the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-833-900-1010, call 911, or contact your local police service.
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman bans government contracts for firms failing Omanisation targets
MUSCAT: In a sweeping move to tighten enforcement of its national employment policy, the Sultanate of Oman's Tender Board has made it mandatory for all private sector companies to comply with approved Omanisation rates in order to be eligible for government contracts. The directive, issued under Circular No. 2025/2, instructs all ministries and government entities governed by the Tender Law to refrain from awarding contracts to companies that fail to meet the stipulated Omanisation levels, marking a significant shift toward safeguarding jobs for Omani nationals. The circular, issued by the General Secretariat of the Tender Board, aims to ensure that the employment of Omani citizens becomes a non-negotiable requirement in public sector contracting. It instructs government bodies to include a clause related to Omanisation compliance in all tender documents before the tender is floated. This clause is to be inserted in accordance with the official format provided and must make clear that non-compliance with national workforce targets will result in disqualification from the bidding process. In a move that streamlines compliance and enhances transparency, the circular also mandates that government entities verify a company's adherence to Omanisation targets through the Esnad electronic tendering system. This verification is to be carried out prior to awarding any contract, with Esnad drawing real-time employment data directly from the Ministry of Labour. The integration of this digital system ensures that non-compliant companies are screened out at an early stage, minimising the possibility of circumvention. Further, the new rules extend to international companies and institutions that are not registered within the Sultanate but participate in tenders for large-scale or strategic government projects. While such companies may not be immediately subject to pre-award Omanisation verification, their compliance will be closely monitored post-award and during contract implementation. This oversight forms part of the broader local content strategy, which includes evaluating how effectively these companies contribute to Oman's workforce development and national economic goals throughout the lifecycle of a project. The Tender Board has called on all ministries and public sector units to fully comply with the provisions of the circular 'in the public interest,' underlining the importance of the directive in advancing national priorities. The move is aligned with the goals of Oman Vision 2040, which places a strong emphasis on empowering the national workforce, enhancing economic sustainability, and reducing dependence on expat labour in key sectors. The policy is expected to significantly impact the way private and foreign companies approach public tenders in Oman, compelling them to prioritise the recruitment, training, and retention of Omani nationals as part of their operational strategy. Industry analysts believe the move will not only create more job opportunities for Omanis but also push companies to invest in long-term human capital development within the country.
