Open
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 18, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
The program offers guidance for employers seeking to hire temporary foreign workers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program by determining the appropriate Labour Market Impact Assessment stream and understanding compliance responsibilities. Eligible activities include hiring for high and low-wage positions, primary agriculture, supporting permanent residency, the Global Talent Stream, caregiver roles, foreign academic positions, and positions in Quebec, although no maximum funding amount is specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 18, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
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
- Newcomers to Canada
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Other Health Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Seniors
- New immigrants & refugees
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This program facilitates the hiring of temporary foreign workers across various sectors to meet labor demands in Canada. It supports diverse streams aligned with different occupational and regional labor market needs.
- Hiring temporary foreign workers for high and low-wage positions based on regional median wages.
- Employing agricultural workers for primary agriculture operations.
- Recruiting skilled workers to support their permanent residency applications.
- Engaging uniquely skilled talent or in-demand workers through the Global Talent Stream.
- Employing caregivers for children, seniors, or individuals with medical needs.
- Hiring foreign academics at degree-granting post-secondary institutions.
- Recruiting in the province of Quebec using regular or facilitated processes.
- Participating in the Recognized Employer Pilot for simpler hiring processes.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Employers looking to hire temporary foreign workers under the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process as part of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) in Canada are eligible to apply. Specific streams include hiring for high and low-wage positions, primary agriculture positions, applications supporting permanent residency, the Global Talent Stream, caregiver positions, foreign academic positions, hiring in Quebec, and the Recognized Employer Pilot. Each stream has its own eligibility and application requirements based on the employment needs and conditions in Canada.Eligible expenses
Employers in Canada can access grants to hire temporary foreign workers through various Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) streams. These activities enable businesses to meet labor shortages across diverse roles and sectors while ensuring compliance with government regulations.
- Apply for LMIAs for high and low-wage positions based on provincial or territorial median wages.
- Hire temporary foreign workers in primary agriculture for relevant occupations and activities.
- Support skilled foreign workers in their permanent residency applications through LMIA.
- Leverage the Global Talent Stream to hire uniquely skilled or in-demand talent.
- Recruit temporary foreign caregivers for children, seniors, or persons with medical needs.
- Bring foreign academics to Canadian degree-granting post-secondary institutions.
- Streamline the hiring of temporary foreign workers in Quebec via regular or facilitated processes.
- Utilize the Recognized Employer Pilot for a simplified TFW application process.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Employers must adhere to employer compliance obligations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
- There are specific modifications that can be made to a positive LMIA if necessary.
- Employers are encouraged to voluntarily disclose any non-compliance issues before an inspection is initiated.
- A list of non-compliant employers is maintained and available after inspections.
- An LMIA Online system is available for submitting applications electronically. A Job Bank account is necessary for access.
- There is an Employer Contact Centre available for inquiries and assistance.
Documents and links
Frequently Asked Questions about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW). 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.
What is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW)?
The program offers guidance for employers seeking to hire temporary foreign workers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program by determining the appropriate Labour Market Impact Assessment stream and understanding compliance responsibilities. Eligible activities include hiring for high and low-wage positions, primary agriculture, supporting permanent residency, the Global Talent Stream, caregiver roles, foreign academic positions, and positions in Quebec, although no maximum funding amount is specified.
Who is eligible for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) program?
To be eligible for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) program, you must:
The employer must determine which type of Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) application is needed to hire a temporary foreign worker.
The employer needs to comply with obligations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
The applicant should have a Job Bank account to apply via LMIA Online.
What expenses are eligible under Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW)?
This program facilitates the hiring of temporary foreign workers across various sectors to meet labor demands in Canada. It supports diverse streams aligned with different occupational and regional labor market needs. Hiring temporary foreign workers for high and low-wage positions based on regional median wages.
Employing agricultural workers for primary agriculture operations.
Recruiting skilled workers to support their permanent residency applications.
Engaging uniquely skilled talent or in-demand workers through the Global Talent Stream.
Employing caregivers for children, seniors, or individuals with medical needs.
Hiring foreign academics at degree-granting post-secondary institutions.
Recruiting in the province of Quebec using regular or facilitated processes.
Participating in the Recognized Employer Pilot for simpler hiring processes.
Where is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) available?
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) program is available across Canada.
Is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW)?
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) is funded by Government of Canada