How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program?

Temporary Foreign Worker Program is funded by Government of Canada

What are Temporary Foreign Worker Program's eligibility criterias?

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.

Temporary Foreign Worker Program

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Canada

Hire skilled temporary foreign workers

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Other Support

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Educational services
Health care and social assistance

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Government of Canada

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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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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.

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$ 120,000

Hiring a specialized IT team to implement advanced cybersecurity measures for a financial cooperative

$ 100,000

Hiring international marketing experts to expand global reach for a startup

$ 64,000

Hiring skilled foreign artisans to produce custom furniture for a social economy enterprise

$ 48,000

Hiring specialized agricultural workers for a family-owned organic farm

$ 75,000

Hiring international chefs to introduce a diverse menu at a new high-end restaurant

$ 160,000

Recruitment of clinical researchers for a healthcare non-profit organization

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Eligibility for utilizing the Temporary Foreign Worker Program under the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is determined by specific criteria related to the employer and the nature of the position.

The employer must be prepared to apply for and obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) when required.
The employer must comply with all recruitment efforts specific to the stream and wage of the position.
The job offer must meet the median wage requirements as defined by the province or territory.
The employer must demonstrate efforts to hire Canadians and permanent residents first, especially for high-wage positions.
Compliance with federal, provincial, or territorial employment and recruitment laws and regulations is mandatory.
For some streams, such as primary agriculture, the position must be directly related to primary agricultural activities.
The job must be genuine and not conflict with existing labor laws or agreements.
Employers hiring under different streams, such as the Global Talent Stream or for caregiver positions, must meet stream-specific requirements.
Employers in Quebec may be subject to additional or different criteria as per provincial regulations.

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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.

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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.

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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.