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Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW) — Positions in QC
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Latest source updateLast Update: June 27, 2026Latest change: Quebec TFW guidance now includes temporary rural-area measures, and the low-wage advertising requirement for LMIA applications is now 8 consecutive weeks.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 27, 2026
Latest change: Quebec TFW guidance now includes temporary rural-area measures, and the low-wage advertising requirement for LMIA applications is now 8 consecutive weeks.
Quebec TFW guidance updated
The Quebec guidance now adds a new section on temporary measures for rural areas, with a new item marked New: April 1, 2026, expanding the page’s scope for certain low-wage positions outside census metropolitan areas. The low-wage checklist also now requires minimum advertising for at least 8 consecutive weeks within the 3 months before applying, up from 4 weeks. The LMIA Online resources page also reflects updated form-version references and related instructions, while keeping the same portal and Job Bank support links. The Quebec and unnamed-LMIA pages were also clarified with wording and link-target updates, including a changed Employer Contact Centre link, but no funding terms or contact numbers changed.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Employeurs du Québec, ce service du ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration soutient l’embauche et l’intégration des travailleuses et travailleurs étrangers temporaires. Il aide notamment à recruter, à accéder à une banque de candidates et candidats, et à faciliter la francisation.
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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 positions in Quebec.
- Submitting unnamed LMIA applications for Quebec positions.
- Using the facilitated LMIA process for eligible occupations.
- Hiring workers without an LMIA when Quebec exemption criteria are met.
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 hiring temporary foreign workers
- Employers submitting unnamed LMIA applications
- Employers using the facilitated LMIA process for Quebec positions
Who is not eligible
- Employers seeking to fill low-wage positions in the economic regions of Montréal and Laval, until December 31, 2026, in the cases described on the page
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
There are no explicit evaluation and selection criteria mentioned for this program in the provided information. For further guidance on criteria, please refer to the corresponding sections on the government websites associated with the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.
How to apply
- Determine whether an LMIA is required before starting the hiring process.
- Complete the LMIA application using LMIA Online.
- For Quebec positions over 30 consecutive days, submit the application simultaneously to Service Canada and the MIFI.
- Submit the French copy of the application and any other required documents to MIFI.
- If approved, send the decision letter and Quebec Acceptance Certificate to the foreign worker.
- The foreign worker must then apply for a work permit from IRCC.
Processing and Agreement
- ESDC/Service Canada assesses unnamed LMIA applications and issues a positive LMIA if requirements are met.
- For Quebec positions over 30 consecutive days, the application must also be submitted to MIFI.
- If the job offer is approved, the employer sends the decision letter and Quebec Acceptance Certificate to the foreign worker.
- The foreign worker then applies for a work permit with IRCC.
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?
Employeurs du Québec, ce service du ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration soutient l’embauche et l’intégration des travailleuses et travailleurs étrangers temporaires. Il aide notamment à recruter, à accéder à une banque de candidates et candidats, et à faciliter la francisation.
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 positions in Quebec.
Submitting unnamed LMIA applications for Quebec positions.
Using the facilitated LMIA process for eligible occupations.
Hiring workers without an LMIA when Quebec exemption criteria are met.
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 Other Support
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)