Temporary Foreign Worker Program
COVID-19
Due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, there are changes to this program.
Apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to determine if you can hire a foreign worker to fill labour or skills shortages on a temporary basis.
Specialized applications
Express entry
Hire a skilled foreign worker to support their permanent residence through an economic immigration program.
Global Talent Stream
Hire uniquely-skilled talent or in-demand workers in select ICT or STEM jobs to scale up and grow your business.
Academics
Hire an academic at a college, university or degree granting institution in Canada.
Agriculture
Hire on-farm foreign workers for jobs in primary agriculture.
Caregivers
Hire an in-home worker to care for children, seniors or persons with medical needs.
Positions in Quebec
How to apply for foreign workers in the province of Quebec.
General applications
High and low wage stream
Hire a temporary foreign worker for a wide range of positions under the high or low wage streams.
More information
Refusal to process an application
Reasons why we may not process your application.
Non-compliant employers
Employers who did not meet their responsibilities under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program or International Mobility Program.
Foreign Worker Rights
Information and resources for foreign workers on rights and protections as workers in Canada.
Business legitimacy and required documentation
Documents you need to show that your job offer is genuine and your business meets program requirements.
Voluntary disclosure
Let us know if you think you may not be in compliance with the conditions of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.
Features
Your duties as an employer
What you need to do when hiring a temporary foreign worker.
Report abuse
Tell us if you suspect fraud or misuse of the TFW program.
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