Key stats & summary (August 2025)

• Four Newly listed Brandon RCIP employers

• Where to find roles: QuestJobs currently lists 1,500 PR-eligible jobs under RCIP and 27,000 PR jobs across Canada in 21 PR pathways

• Sectors represented: Industrial automation & instrumentation; civil/structural engineering; telecommunications & media; managed IT and cybersecurity (SMB).

Shreem Instrumentation & Controls Ltd (Industrial automation & E&I)

• Location: 386 Park Avenue East, Brandon, MB

• What they do: One-stop services for instrumentation, controls, automation, IIoT, industrial IT and ICS/OT cybersecurity—from design and drafting to onsite commissioning and maintenance.

• Typical hires: Instrumentation technologist/technician, automation engineer, electrical technologist, industrial IT specialist, project coordinator (E&I). Evidence of these roles appears in company pages and public.

• Approx. team size: Not formally disclosed by the company; public directories and chamber listings indicate a small-to-mid-sized Brandon operation (multiple technical and project roles). 

Burns Maendel Consulting Engineers Ltd (Civil/structural, multi-discipline engineering)

• Location: 903 Rosser Ave, Brandon, MB. 

• What they do: Civil, structural and building engineering across commercial, industrial, institutional, agricultural and residential sectors. 

• Typical hires: Civil engineer, structural engineer, EIT, technologist/technician, CAD/BIM designer, project manager.

• Approx. team size: 11–50 employees (source). 

• Burns Maendel Consulting has been profiled to employ, sponsor and assist Foreign workers to settle in Manitoba. 

Westman Communications Group (Telecom, internet, cable, media)

• Location: Headquarters at 1906 Park Ave, Brandon, MB 

• What they do: A telecommunications cooperative serving 40+ communities in southwestern Manitoba—internet, TV, home phone, and local media (WCGtv; radio via subsidiary). 

• Typical hires: Field service/cable technicians, network operations techs, customer experience agents, account managers, IT systems/admin, broadcast production.

• Approx. team size: ~200 employees (201–500 range on LinkedIn). 

• Why it’s RCIP-relevant: Telecom is a core enabler for rural economies; Westman’s footprint and steady hiring make it a strong option for networking and field techs seeking PR routes.

Brandon Computers / ITAdvisors (Managed IT & cybersecurity for SMBs)

• Location: 99 18th Street, Unit B, Brandon, MB.

• What they do: Managed IT, cybersecurity, B2B solutions and retail/repair under the Brandon Computers brand; ITAdvisors is the business-to-business division focused on security and managed services. 

• Typical hires: Service desk/IT support, systems administrator, cybersecurity analyst, network administrator, client success manager (MSP environment).

• Approx. team size: 2–10 employees per LinkedIn for both Brandon Computers and ITAdvisors—i.e., a small local team. 

• Why it’s RCIP-relevant: Smaller MSPs often hire versatile technologists who can wear multiple hats—excellent for candidates accumulating Canadian experience while advancing to PR.

How to turn an RCIP job into a PR pathway (Brandon edition)

1. Confirm the employer is designated. Use the City of Brandon’s RCIP — List of Designated Employers and check for the exact legal name (as above). 

2. Verify your occupation aligns with community priorities. Brandon publishes sector and labour-market priorities and clarifies program rules in its RCIP FAQ. 

3. Secure a full-time, permanent offer. IRCC’s RCIP/FCIP guidance explains why a job offer from a designated employer is essential.

4. Prepare documents early. Employers often move quickly; have your language test, ECA (if needed), references, and police certs ready to avoid delays.

5. Apply for the community recommendation, then PR. Your employer and the local RCIP team will guide you through the sequence. Brandon’s program pages outline the steps and timelines. economicdevelopmentbrandon.com

Find the roles faster: If you’re targeting these employers or similar RCIP opportunities, search QuestJobs—QuestJobs currently list 1,500 PR-eligible RCIP jobs and 27,000 PR jobs across 21 PR pathways. Use filters for RCIP, Manitoba, and Brandon to focus your search. 

Company-by-company: common roles, sectors, and where you’ll fit

Shreem Instrumentation & Controls Ltd

• Sector keywords: industrial automation; instrumentation & controls; IIoT; ICS/OT cybersecurity; commissioning. 

• Likely roles: Instrumentation technologist/technician, automation engineer, PLC/SCADA specialist, electrical technologist, E&I project coordinator. Evidence of such roles appears in public listings/reviews. Indeed

• Good candidate profile: Hands-on techs and engineers comfortable with field work, shutdowns/turnarounds, and industrial environments.

Burns Maendel Consulting Engineers Ltd

• Sector keywords: civil & structural engineering; building design; multi-sector projects (commercial, industrial, institutional, ag, residential). 

• Likely roles: Civil/structural engineer, EIT, CAD/BIM designer, survey/field tech, project manager.

• Good candidate profile: Candidates with Canadian standards exposure, familiarity with Prairie conditions, and strong client communication.

Westman Communications Group

• Sector keywords: telecommunications; ISP; cable/media; rural connectivity; co-operative.

• Likely roles: Network/field technician, installer, NOC analyst, customer support, IT systems/admin, media production.

• Good candidate profile: Techs with low-voltage, coax/fibre, or customer-facing service experience; comfort working in field settings across the Westman region.

Brandon Computers/ITAdvisors

• Sector keywords: MSP; cybersecurity; B2B IT; retail/repair. 

• Likely roles: Help desk/IT support, systems admin, cybersecurity analyst (MDR/EDR tooling), network admin, client success.

• Good candidate profile: Generalists who thrive in small teams, can juggle tickets and projects, and communicate well with local business clients.

What are RCIP and FCIP—and why “designated employers” matter

Canada’s Rural and Francophone Community Immigration pilots (RCIP/FCIP) create tailored, employer-driven pathways to PR in selected communities. To hire through these pilots, businesses must be designated by their local community. Applicants need a full-time, permanent job offer from a designated employer to start their PR route.

QuestJobs tip: Before you apply, confirm two things:

1. your occupation is one of the community’s priority sectors/roles, and 2) your offer is from an employer shown on Brandon’s RCIP Designated Employers page. 

FAQs we hear from candidates

Are these employers guaranteed to sponsor me for PR?

No. Designation simply means they’re eligible to hire through RCIP; the job must still be offered, meet Brandon’s priority sector criteria, and you must satisfy all federal & community requirements. Always confirm the company’s current RCIP hiring plans during your interview process.

Where is the official source for Brandon’s designated employer list?

The City’s RCIP — List of Designated Employers .

I’m Francophone—does FCIP apply in Brandon?
Brandon participates in RCIP. Canada also runs a Francophone Community Immigration pilot (FCIP) in selected communities; refer to IRCC’s central page for how FCIP works and where it’s active. 

How do I make my search efficient?

Use QuestJobs filters for RCIP, Manitoba, and Brandon; set job alerts; and align your resume to the most common Brandon RCIP roles outlined above.

Sources & further reading

• Brandon RCIP — List of Designated Employers (City of Brandon). 

• IRCC — How to get a job offer & program overview for RCIP/FCIP (Government of Canada). 

Readers must note that companies mentioned in this article had been categorized based on the employer eligibility requirements of this pathway. QuestJobs did not have any consultation nor a discussion with the companies mentioned. It is always highly recommended by QuestJobs to always ask and confirm with the companies about their eligibility and willingness to sponsor for permanent residency via  this pathway