International Mobility Program
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
Canada
Hire temporary foreign workers fast
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate February 26, 2021
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Other Support
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- Refugees and Citizenship Canada
- Government of Canada
- Immigration
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grant_card_status|open
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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
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$ 52,000
Recruiting an agricultural specialist from Mexico to assist in crop management
$ 72,000
Acquiring an environmental engineer from France to improve waste management
$ 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
$ 80,000
Hiring a software engineer from India for developing a new company website
grant_single_labels|admissibility
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
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.
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- 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
Apply to this program
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