By hiring a Foreign Worker you will…

* Fill labour shortages.

* Eliminate high staff turnovers.

* Retain reliable staff.

Processing times vary based on the category of work, whether the worker is temporary or permanent and the country which they are applying from.

Please contact us so we may assess your needs and determine the processing times based on your requirements. Processing times are not guaranteed and are estimated based on a standard application. Processing times will vary dependant upon the complexity of your application and the number of applications currently in progress at the Consulate or Embassy.

Service Canada requirements dictate that you must pay the "Median Wage" or "Prevailing Wage" for the position. As the Median Wage changes on a regular basis and varies by occupation and is further determined by geographical location we ask that you please contact us for the current salary in your location for a specific occupation.

Yes, you will be required to sign a contract for either a one or two year period. However, if for some reason you no longer require the worker, you may terminate the contract provided that it is done in accordance with the provincial labour laws in your province.

There are currently no restrictions on the length of employment. As long as both the employer and the employee meet the requirements of the TFW program, they may renew indefinitely.

If you are hiring a lower skill. or lower wage worker or a caregiver you, as an employer, will be responsible for purchasing a return flight for the worker. If you are hiring a higher skilled or high wage worker, you are not required to pay the flight costs.

You must also ensure that you provide health insurance coverage for your worker until they qualify for the provincial program.

No, you do not need to provide accommodations. However, if you are hiring a lower skilled worker, you are required to help the employee find reasonable and affordable accommodations. Reasonable housing costs are considered to be a rental cost of no more than 30% the gross wage being paid. IE: If the hourly wage is $15, accommodations (room rental) would need to be available for no more than $802.00/mth.

No, all positions must be full time. However, the number of hours that qualify as full time varies a great deal from province to province and can be as little as 30 hours per week, depending on which province the Foreign Worker is employed in. There are some exceptions such as a TFW holding an open work permit or a study permit.

A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that an employer in Canada may need to obtain before hiring a foreign worker. It confirms that there is a need for a foreign worker to fill the job and that no Canadian worker is available to do the job.Item description

The LMIA process can take anywhere from a couple of months to six months or more, depending on the volume of applications that Service Canada is dealing with at any given time.

A TFW typically needs a job offer from a Canadian employer and an approved LMIA from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) to apply for a work permit. They must also provide proof of their ability to do the job.

Yes, in some cases, you can hire a foreign worker without an LMIA through programs like the International Mobility Program (IMP) or the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).

The AIP is a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and international graduates who want to work and live in one of Canada’s four Atlantic provinces.

To sponsor your spouse, partner, or dependent children, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and meet certain income and eligibility requirements. The process involves submitting proof of the relationship, financial support commitment, and other required documents.

PNPs are immigration programs operated by individual provinces and territories. They allow provinces to nominate individuals for permanent residence who wish to settle in a specific province, based on economic needs and labour market gaps.

The Start-Up Visa Program is for entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas and the support of a designated organization. It grants permanent residence to eligible entrepreneurs who can create jobs and compete on a global scale.

Yes, international students with a valid study permit can work on or off-campus for up to 20 hours per week during regular academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks.

The Express Entry system is an online application process for managing applications for permanent residence under three federal economic immigration programs. Candidates are ranked based on factors like age, education, work experience, and language proficiency.

To qualify, you need to meet the minimum requirements for skilled work experience, language ability, and education. Your application is also assessed based on factors such as age, arranged employment, and adaptability.

A Provincial Nomination is a certificate issued by a provincial or territorial government in Canada, which can help you immigrate to that specific province or territory. It supports your application for permanent residence.

You must have at least two years of full-time work experience in a skilled trade, meet the job requirements for that trade, and have a valid job offer or a certificate of qualification in that skilled trade.

To apply for a Study Permit, you need a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution, proof of sufficient funds, and documents showing you will leave Canada at the end of your studies.

The Canadian Experience Class is for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience and want to become permanent residents. You must have at least one year of skilled work experience in Canada.

Yes, your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children can accompany you to Canada. They may be eligible for an open work permit or a study permit.

To sponsor your spouse, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, at least 18 years old, and able to provide financial support. Your spouse must be legally married to you or in a common-law relationship.

This program is for individuals who have relevant experience in cultural activities, athletics, or farm management and intend to be self-employed in Canada.

An LMIA is required for most employer-specific work permits under the TFWP, proving there are no Canadians available to fill the job. The IMP allows employers to hire foreign workers without an LMIA under specific exemptions, such as international agreements and intra-company transfers.

Common documents include identity and civil status documents, proof of funds, police certificates, medical exams, and educational credentials.

The Family Sponsorship Program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor certain relatives to come to Canada as permanent residents. This includes spouses, children, parents, and grandparents.

A study permit allows you to study in Canada, while a student visa (or temporary resident visa) allows you to enter Canada. Most students need both.

Yes, if you have a valid work permit or apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP), you can continue to work while awaiting a decision on your permanent residence application.