The Global Talent Stream (GTS) is a dedicated pathway under Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) that enables eligible Canadian employers to hire highly skilled international professionals quickly and efficiently. Created to support innovation and address critical skill shortages, the GTS significantly accelerates the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process while contributing to Canada’s economic and technological growth.
How the Global Talent Stream Works
As part of the Closed Work Permit category, the Global Talent Stream allows foreign nationals to obtain a job-specific work permit linked to an employer approved through a GTS-based LMIA. One of the program’s strongest advantages is its speed—both the LMIA and work permit applications can be processed in as little as two weeks, making it ideal for urgent and high-demand roles.
Global Talent Stream Categories
The program is divided into two employer-focused categories:
Labour Market Benefits Plan (LMBP)
Employers applying through the Global Talent Stream are required to submit a Labour Market Benefits Plan (LMBP). This plan demonstrates how hiring a foreign worker will create positive, lasting impacts on the Canadian labour market. Commitments may include:
Why Choose the Global Talent Stream?
The Global Talent Stream is particularly beneficial for employers in fast-growing and innovation-driven sectors such as IT, engineering, fintech, and biotechnology, where hiring delays can affect business performance. The program’s streamlined process allows companies to remain competitive while ensuring compliance with fair employment standards.
Benefits for Foreign Workers
For skilled professionals, the GTS offers a fast and reliable pathway to work in Canada, often opening doors to long-term career growth and permanent residence through programs like Express Entry.
