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Source verified July 29, 2026
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture
Hire temporary workers for primary agriculture
Latest source updateLast Update: July 17, 2026Latest change: The refusal-to-process page now shows a new July 10, 2026 unemployment-rate table period, which changes the locations that may trigger an LMIA refusal to process.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 17, 2026
Latest change: The refusal-to-process page now shows a new July 10, 2026 unemployment-rate table period, which changes the locations that may trigger an LMIA refusal to process.
LMIA refusal rules updated
The Refusal to process a Labour Market Impact Assessment application page now shows an updated unemployment-rate table period dated July 10, 2026, replacing the prior April 10, 2026 period. This changes which census metropolitan areas may trigger a refusal to process under the low-wage unemployment-rate rule. The updated table also reflects revised city rates, so some locations may now fall above or below the 6% threshold. No funding terms or contact details changed, and the other supporting pages show only minor or cosmetic edits.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened July 29, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Agricultural stream helps employers hire temporary foreign workers for primary agriculture positions. Eligible work must take place within the boundaries of a farm, nursery or greenhouse and involve agricultural machinery, animal handling, or planting, care, harvesting or preparation of crops, trees, sod or other plants for market.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Primary agriculture work carried out within the boundaries of a farm, nursery or greenhouse
Documents Needed
- Individual housing inspection reports for each location where temporary foreign workers will be housed, using Schedule F - Housing Inspection Report - EMP5598
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Application portal
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian employers
Who is not eligible
- Employers who regularly offer services in the sex industry, including striptease, erotic dance, escort services or erotic massage
- Employers on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada ineligibility list, including employers declared non-compliant after an inspection, employers barred from the Temporary Foreign Worker Program because non-compliance was recorded during an inspection, and employers who have not paid an administrative monetary penalty
Selection criteria
- Proof of providing a good or service
- Reasonable employment need
- Ability to fulfill terms of the job offer
- Compliance with federal or provincial/territorial laws
How to apply
- Complete the LMIA application in the LMIA Online Portal and submit it to Service Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Your EIMT application is processed jointly by the Government of Canada and the Government of Québec.
- After review, you receive a cosigned letter confirming whether the temporary job offer is accepted or refused.
- If the offer and the worker’s temporary selection application are accepted, you receive a CAQ attestation letter for the worker.
- You must transmit the CAQ attestation letter and a copy of the acceptance letter to the worker for the work permit application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture Program
What is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture?
The Agricultural stream helps employers hire temporary foreign workers for primary agriculture positions. Eligible work must take place within the boundaries of a farm, nursery or greenhouse and involve agricultural machinery, animal handling, or planting, care, harvesting or preparation of crops, trees, sod or other plants for market.
Who is eligible for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture program?
To be eligible for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture program, you must:
The work must be performed within the boundaries of a farm, nursery or greenhouse.
The work must involve at least one primary agriculture activity.
The work must be consistent with NOC codes 80020, 80021, 82030, 82031, 84120, 85100, 85101 and 85103.
What expenses are eligible under Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture?
Primary agriculture work carried out within the boundaries of a farm, nursery or greenhouse
Who can I contact for more information about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) by email at ESDC.WT.TFWP-PTET.WT.EDSC@servicecanada.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-367-5693.
Where is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture available?
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture program is available across Canada.
Is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture?
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Agriculture is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)