Bringing foreign workers
to Canada: What you need to know
The federal government’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program
allows eligible foreign workers to work in Canada for an authorized
period of time if employers can demonstrate that they are unable
to find suitable Canadians/permanent residents to fill the jobs
and that the entry of these workers will not have a negative impact
on the Canadian labour market. Employers from all types of businesses
can recruit foreign workers with a wide range of skills to meet
temporary labor shortages.
Things
to know before starting the process
Hiring temporary foreign workers
In the majority of cases, there are steps involved
in hiring a temporary foreign worker from outside Canada. The
need to complete each step will depend on the specifics of the
job offer and the foreign worker’s country of citizenship
and last permanent residence.
Employers and foreign workers must ensure that they provide accurate
and complete information or the application process may be delayed.
Hiring skilled workers and supporting immigration
application
Making a permanent job offer to a skilled worker can be an effective
way to fill a full-time position in your company and bring needed
skills to Canada.
If you plan to hire a Skilled Worker for a permanent position
in your company, and at the same time, strengthen his/her application
for permanent immigration to Canada, you can choose to:
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