Hiring Temporary Foreign Workers: TFWP
Ensuring that your employees are legally authorized to work in Canada is a crucial responsibility for Canadian employers. To achieve this, it’s important to stay up-to-date with the various immigration options available to you. Among these options, the Temporary Foreign Workers Program (TFWP) stands out as a popular immigration program for Canadian employers seeking to hire and retain foreign workers.
At our firm, we specialize in assisting Canadian employers with the process of engaging temporary foreign workers. Our team can guide you through the process of determining whether an LMIA is required, as well as discuss the options available to extend work permits. Our goal is to help you find the best-suited immigration option to retain and hire the right temporary foreign workers for your business. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us for expert support.
Do I need to submit an offer of employment to hire a temporary foreign worker?
While it is generally required for Canadian employers to submit an offer of employment when hiring a temporary foreign worker, there are certain exceptions to this rule. If you are unsure whether your situation falls under these exceptions, our team at the office can provide you with the information you need. We are here to help you navigate the complex requirements and regulations associated with hiring foreign workers in Canada, so please do not hesitate to contact us.
Do open work permit holders need an offer of employment for being hired under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)?
Under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), individuals who hold an open work permit are not required to have a specific job offer in order to be employed in Canada. Open work permits grant individuals the ability to work for any Canadian employer, providing them with greater flexibility and choice in their employment opportunities. Our team of immigration experts can guide you through the process of obtaining an open work permit and answer any questions you may have about eligibility requirements or application procedures.
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FAQs
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is a program that allows Canadian employers to hire foreign workers for temporary work when qualified Canadian citizens or permanent residents are not available to fill the position.
There are two types of work permits under the TFWP: Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) based work permits and LMIA-exempt work permits.
To apply for a work permit under the TFWP, you must first obtain a positive LMIA, unless the position is exempt from the LMIA requirement. Once you have obtained a positive LMIA, you can then apply for a work permit.
An LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) is a document issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) that assesses the impact of hiring a foreign worker on Canada’s labour market. It is generally required before a foreign worker can be hired through the TFWP, unless the position is exempt.
During an LMIA application, factors such as the availability of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to fill the position, the wages and working conditions being offered, and the employer’s compliance with previous employment standards are all considered.