Temporary Foreign Worker Program: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the Temporary Foreign Worker Program allows Canadian employers to hire foreign nationals when they cannot find local workers.
This program allows Canadian employers to hire workers from other countries to fill specific job roles.
Who it's for
This scheme is for employers who have specific job openings but are unable to find enough Canadian citizens or permanent residents to fill those positions.
What you get
If approved, you receive official permission to hire foreign nationals to work in your business for a set period.
What it costs you
The process involves an assessment called an LMIA, which can be both expensive and time-consuming to complete.
The catch to know
Before you can hire someone from abroad, you must prove that you have already advertised the job locally and were unable to find a Canadian worker to do the role.
How to apply
- Advertise the position to the local Canadian labor market first.
- Apply for an LMIA to prove no local workers are available.
- Follow the official steps to hire your chosen foreign national.
- Visit the official portal for more details: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers.html