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Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC
Guidance for hiring temporary foreign workers in Quebec
Latest source updateLast Update: August 3, 2026Latest change: Changed: eligibility, scope and target audience, timeline and deadlines.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 3, 2026
Latest change: Changed: eligibility, scope and target audience, timeline and deadlines.
Grant changed: eligibility, scope and target audience
We detected changes to eligibility, scope and target audience, timeline and deadlines.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Canadian employers can use this guidance to hire temporary foreign workers in Quebec through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, including unnamed LMIA applications and the facilitated process for specialized occupations. It also covers Quebec-specific filing requirements and the LMIA Online portal.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- 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
- Hiring temporary foreign workers for temporary jobs in Quebec.
- Submitting unnamed LMIA applications for positions in Quebec.
- Using the facilitated LMIA process for selected specialized occupations.
Documents Needed
- LMIA application form
- Supporting documents required for the selected stream
- French copy of the LMIA application for MIFI
- A physician's note attesting to the state of health of the person with medical needs, for the in-home caregiver exemption
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian employers
- Third-party representatives acting on behalf of employers
- Employers submitting unnamed LMIA applications for positions in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Agricultural stream positions in Quebec
- In-home caregiver positions in Quebec
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. Employers can claim expenses related to the recruitment and hiring of temporary foreign workers, including advertising costs, LMIA application fees, and related administrative expenses.
- Advertising costs for recruiting temporary foreign workers
- Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) application fees
- Administrative expenses related to the hiring process
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Applications are assessed to validate the legitimacy of the business and the job offer.
- Applications are assessed to determine the impact hiring a temporary foreign worker would have on Canada’s labour market.
How to apply
- Create your own user account on Job Bank and register the business on Job Bank before submitting an LMIA application.
- Sign in to the LMIA Online Portal using your Job Bank login information.
- Select the employer file and create a new LMIA application or copy a previously submitted one.
- Complete the LMIA application in the LMIA Online Portal.
- Upload the necessary documents on the Document Upload page.
- Review the application in the Summary screen and submit it to Service Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Service Canada sends an email once the LMIA assessment decision has been made.
- The decision letter appears in the LMIA Online Portal as LMIA confirmation or LMIA refusal.
- If the LMIA is positive, the employment agreement must be signed by the TFW and a mutually signed copy must be provided in the worker's chosen official language of Canada, English or French, before or on their first day of work.
- The employer must provide the LMIA letter and Annex A to the TFW.
- The employer must keep Annex B for records only and not share it with TFWs.
Additional information
- As of April 1, 2026, temporary measures may apply for employers in rural areas for certain low-wage positions located in regions outside census metropolitan areas and within participating provinces and territories.
- Until December 31, 2026, certain LMIA applications for low-wage positions in the economic regions of Montréal and Laval will not be processed.
- As of September 26, 2024, certain LMIA applications for positions with a wage below the provincial or territorial wage threshold and a work location in a CMA with an unemployment rate of 6% or higher will not be processed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC Program
What is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC?
Canadian employers can use this guidance to hire temporary foreign workers in Quebec through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, including unnamed LMIA applications and the facilitated process for specialized occupations. It also covers Quebec-specific filing requirements and the LMIA Online portal.
Who is eligible for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC program?
To be eligible for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC program, you must:
For Quebec work locations and employment periods of more than 30 consecutive days, LMIA applications must be submitted simultaneously to Service Canada and the MIFI.
All applications must be submitted in French.
For unnamed LMIA applications, employers must continue to make efforts to recruit Canadians and permanent residents until the names of the temporary foreign workers have been provided.
What expenses are eligible under Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC?
Hiring temporary foreign workers for temporary jobs in Quebec.
Submitting unnamed LMIA applications for positions in Quebec.
Using the facilitated LMIA process for selected specialized occupations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) or by phone at 1-800-367-5693.
Where is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC available?
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC is a undefined
Who are the financial supporters of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC?
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)