Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Introduction
The Temporary Foreign Employees Program (TFWP) was established in 1973 and exists to meet labor shortages in Canada when Canadian and permanent resident workers are not available. The program expanded from being limited only to agricultural workers and live-in caregivers, to include low-skilled and high-skilled workers after 2002. Before issuing you a work permit, your potential employer may require a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). ) formerly known as LMO. Some jobs do not require an LMIA.
The number of foreign workers in Canada increased from 100,000 workers in 2002 to 338,000 workers in 2012. Currently, TFWP is becoming more and more popular, providing many opportunities to work in different industries. We are happy to discuss your options and assist you with your application for a work permit in Canada.
Examples of businesses in TFWP:
- Software Engineers, Developers, Programmers
- Engineering business category
- Healthcare professionals
- Skilled Trades: my Service Worker, Heavy Equipment Operator, Machine Operator
- long-distance trucking industry
- Agricultural sector: farm, nursery or greenhouse workers
- Fast Food Worker, Retail Sales Clerk & Restaurant Worker restaurant
- Hotel industry
Our Services for Foreign Workers:
- Work permit
- Work permit extension
- Restoration of work permit
- Terms change for workers or students living in Canada
If you need a work permit or LMIA, have any questions about the extension or reinstatement of your work permit or would like to change the terms of your work/student permit, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are happy to discuss your eligibility for any of our services and to answer any questions you may have.