Infosys on Thursday said it would be bringing 500 jobs to Calgary, Canada over the next three years, doubling its workforce in that country to 4,000 by 2023.

Infosys, which is India’s second largest IT services firm, has also been focusing on hiring local talent to serve various geographies.

The Bangalore-based company said in the last two years, it has created 2,000 jobs across Toronto, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Montreal, with plans for further expansion across the country.

The Calgary expansion is expected to enable Infosys to scale work with clients in western Canada, Pacific North West, and the Central United States across various industries, including natural resources, energy, media, retail, and communications.

The latest expansion was announced by Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi along with Ravi Kumar, president, Infosys, Mary Moran, president and CEO of Calgary Economic Development, and David Knight Legg, CEO of Invest Alberta Corporation.

“We are thrilled to expand our presence in Canada and advance our commitment to hiring top tech talent across major hubs. Calgary is a natural next step as part of our Canadian expansion and represents a significant and promising market for Infosys. The city is home to a thriving talent pool that the Covid-related economic downturn has impacted,” said Ravi Kumar.