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What is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program?
Key Benefits
- Access to skilled international workers
- Fill labour shortages in various sectors
- Opportunity for foreign workers to gain Canadian experience
How to Hire Through the TFWP
To hire a foreign worker through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, employers must follow these steps:
- Obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
- Receive a positive LMIA (confirmation letter)
- Provide the foreign worker with necessary documents
- Foreign worker applies for a work permit
LMIA Requirements
A Labour Market Impact Assessment is a crucial part of the TFWP. Here’s what you need to know:
- Demonstrates the need for a foreign worker
- Proves no Canadian worker or permanent resident is available for the job
- Required for most TFWP applications
- Employer must apply for the LMIA
Foreign Worker Requirements
For a foreign worker to apply for a work permit under the TFWP, they must have:
- An employment offer letter
- A contract
- A copy of the LMIA
- The LMIA number
Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) Process
Employer’s Eligibility
Check the employer’s eligibility for LMIA
Recruitment Effort
Conduct recruitment efforts to hire Canadians and permanent residents for a minimum of 4 weeks
Submission
Prepare and submit LMIA application
Interview
Employer Interview with Service Canada officer
LMIA Approval
A positive LMIA granted and a job offer for work permit application
