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International Mobility Program

Q: Who is eligible for the International Mobility Program program?

To be eligible for the International Mobility Program program, you must: The employer must submit an offer of employment through the Employer Portal. Once the employment process is completed, the temporary foreign worker must apply for a work permit. The employer must adhere to specific conditions and responsibilities upon the worker's arrival.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the International Mobility Program?

You can contact Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Q: Where is the International Mobility Program available?

The International Mobility Program program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the International Mobility Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

International Mobility Program is a Other Support

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the International Mobility Program?

International Mobility Program is funded by Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Immigration, Government of Canada

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Hire temporary foreign workers fast

Other Support

Immigration

Refugees and Citizenship Canada

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop employee skills

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : February 26, 2021

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Financial cooperative
Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Sole proprietorship
Social economy enterprise
Non-financial cooperative

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

Business owners / entrepreneurs

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Overview

When no Canadians or permanent residents are available to do the job you need to fill, you can hire a temporary foreign worker without a Labour Market Impact Assessment. To qualify, you need to submit an offer of employment through the Employer Portal and

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 72,000

Acquiring an environmental engineer from France to improve waste management

$ 52,000

Recruiting an agricultural specialist from Mexico to assist in crop management

$ 80,000

Hiring a software engineer from India for developing a new company website

$ 60,000

Hiring a childcare expert from Australia to develop educational programs

$ 120,000

Hiring a German data scientist to implement AI solutions

$ 64,000

Bringing a marketing specialist from the UK to enhance outreach

Eligibility

Eligibility criteria for hiring a temporary worker without an LMIA:

Employer must be eligible to hire through the International Mobility Program.
Temporary foreign worker must apply for a work permit after the employer's offer of employment.

Who is eligible?

Any employer, including businesses, non-profit organizations, and other types of organizations, can apply to hire a temporary worker without a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) through the International Mobility Program. The eligibility criteria for this program may vary based on the specific requirements outlined by the government authorities. It's recommended to check the official guidelines or consult with relevant authorities for detailed information on eligibility and application procedures.

How to apply

Create Employer Portal Account

Access the Employer Portal through the official Canadian immigration website.
Register for an account if you do not already have one.

Submit an Offer of Employment

Log into the Employer Portal using your credentials.
Complete all mandatory fields in the Offer of Employment form.
Provide detailed information about the job position and the foreign worker.
Pay the employer compliance fee.
Submit the Offer of Employment through the portal.

Await Work Permit Application by Worker

Inform the temporary foreign worker to apply for a work permit.
Ensure the worker has access to the submitted Offer of Employment information for their application.

Monitor and Fulfill Employer Responsibilities

Once the foreign worker arrives, ensure compliance with Canadian employment standards.
Maintain records and documentation as required under the program.
Be prepared for possible employer inspections.

Additional information

Submit an offer of employment through the Employer Portal
The temporary foreign worker must apply for a work permit
Meet certain conditions and responsibilities once the temporary foreign worker arrives
Risk of being issued a penalty if conditions and responsibilities are not met

Documents and links

International Mobility Program

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Frequently Asked Questions about the International Mobility Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the International Mobility Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.