How your Business can Hire Through the TFW Program
The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program is an initiative by the Canadian government that enables Canadian businesses to temporarily employ foreign workers, bridging labour gaps across sectors.
Administered jointly by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), the program has several categories. Workers can come to Canada for roles ranging from high-skilled professions, low-skilled jobs, to seasonal agricultural work.
Before tapping into this pool of talent, businesses need to secure a labour market impact assessment (LMIA) from ESDC. This pivotal assessment gauges the availability of Canadian workers for the role in question and evaluates the potential repercussions of hiring overseas on the Canadian workforce.
For businesses interested in the TFW Program, here’s a simplified roadmap:
- Identifying Labour Needs: Initially, verify that there’s a genuine lack of Canadian talent for the role, warranting an international hire.
- Securing an LMIA: Apply for an LMIA via ESDC to determine the potential influence of your foreign hire on local employment dynamics.
- Onboarding Foreign Talent: Post a favorable LMIA outcome, kickstart your global recruitment, which entails promoting the role and sifting through global applications.
- Work Permit Application: Having pinpointed your ideal foreign candidate, they must now petition for a work permit via the IRCC. This is coupled with other prerequisites like visa procurement and medical evaluations.
- Welcoming the Worker: Once the work permit gets the green light, the overseas worker can commence their professional journey in Canada, abiding by their work permit’s stipulations such as employment duration and job specifics.
However, businesses need to tread carefully. Breaching the TFW Program’s regulations can lead to severe consequences, including LMIA revocation, hefty fines, program exclusion, and harm to the company’s reputation.
Given the intricacies of the TFW Program, it’s crucial for businesses and foreign workers alike to grasp their rights and duties within this framework, ensuring fruitful collaborations.
KR Law Firm’s Goal
Our goal at KR Law Firm is to simplify the complexities of the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. We aim to increase the chances of a successful hiring process for Canadian businesses. With our in-depth knowledge of Canadian immigration laws and dedication, we’ll guide you through every facet of the TFW Program.
If you’re a Canadian business interested in the TFW Program or require assistance with related matters, book your free consultation or contact us.
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By Kaveh Rezaei – Attorney at KR Law Firm
**Disclaimer
This article provides general information about the TFW Program and does not constitute legal advice. Each case may have its specific nuances. If you have particular legal queries, consulting a lawyer might be beneficial.
