Correct, and this was spot-on why I didn't raise a bigger stink about the bonuses. You get your visa sponsored through them... and if you want Permanent Reside

Correct, and this was spot-on why I didn't raise a bigger stink about the bonuses. You get your visa sponsored through them... and if you want Permanent Resident status you have to work there for about 2 years. I was told not to expect any sort of raise or bonus during this time -- why bother since they know they own you? Painful.