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Canadian employers often find themselves in need of skilled and qualified individuals to fill various positions within their organizations. While local talent is always a preferred choice, there are instances where it might be challenging to identify Canadian candidates who possess the exact skills, experience, and expertise required for a specific role. This can be particularly true in industries or sectors that demand specialized knowledge or technical proficiency.

To address these needs and motivations, Canadian employers have access to a range of options to hire foreign citizens. These options include pathways within the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and the International Mobility Program (IMP). The TFWP allows employers to hire foreign workers to address immediate labor shortages when it is proven that no suitable Canadian workers are available for the job. On the other hand, the IMP enables employers to hire temporary foreign workers without the requirement of obtaining a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) in certain cases. These programs ensure that employers can find the talent they need while adhering to the principles of fair hiring practices and contributing positively to the Canadian economy.

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Hiring Foreign Skilled Workers

In Canada, foreign nationals have access to various pathways that enable them to work temporarily or permanently in the country. These pathways are designed to accommodate the diverse needs of both employers and foreign workers. Below are the three main programs that provide authorization for foreign skilled workers to work in Canada:

Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)

The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) encompasses a range of smaller immigration programs, each catering to specific types of temporary employment in Canada. Under the TFWP, employers are required to undergo a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process before a foreign national can apply for a work permit. An LMIA assesses the impact of hiring a foreign worker on the Canadian labor market.

International Mobility Program (IMP)

The International Mobility Program (IMP) is a collection of programs designed to facilitate temporary employment opportunities for foreign nationals in Canada. Unlike the TFWP, the IMP includes programs that do not necessitate a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Within IMP, there are LMIA-exempt programs and options for obtaining open work permits. This program streamlines the process for both employers and foreign workers, making it more accessible and efficient.

Economic Immigration Programs

Once a foreign national attains Canadian permanent resident status, they gain the legal right to live and work anywhere in Canada. In some cases, Canadian employers can play a role in helping foreign nationals achieve permanent residency by providing an official job offer. This offer often needs to be supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), which demonstrates the need for foreign talent to fill the position. Notably, the Global Skills Strategy offers the possibility of expediting LMIA applications submitted in support of permanent residency applications.

This potential avenue can be explored by extending an official job offer through one of the subsequent pathways leading to permanent residency:

  1. Professional and Skilled Workers
  2. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)
  3. Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program (AIPP)

By providing foreign skilled workers with various avenues to work in Canada, these programs not only address labor shortages in specialized industries but also contribute to Canada’s diverse and inclusive workforce. The availability of these pathways underscores Canada’s commitment to attracting global talent, fostering economic growth, and maintaining its reputation as a welcoming and multicultural nation.