Hire Foreign Worker

Hiring foreign workers is an effective solution for Canadian employers facing workforce shortages or seeking specialized expertise. Bringing in skilled foreign workers helps businesses stay competitive and meet their staffing needs efficiently.
Canadian employers can hire through two main programs:

International Mobility Program (IMP): Covers LMIA-exempt categories. Employers must register on the Employer Portal, submit the offer of employment, and pay the required compliance fee before the foreign worker applies for a work permit. This portal ensures transparency and helps employers remain compliant.
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP): Includes LMIA-based streams such as the Global Talent Stream. Employers must obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). In these cases, the Employer Portal is generally not required.

Guiding Employers Through the Foreign Worker Hiring Process

To make hiring foreign workers seamless, employers should follow these key steps:

Ensure job offers comply with program requirements and clearly outline responsibilities, wage, NOC code, and employment duration.
Once submitted through the Employer Portal, a unique employment number is generated, which the foreign worker uses to complete their work permit application.
The Employer Portal plays a critical role for LMIA-exempt streams, including intra-company transfers, free trade agreements, and certain open work permit categories.
Explore Canada’s overall work permit framework to understand how your hiring process fits within the broader immigration system.
Partnering with Live Better Immigration ensures your hiring process aligns with IRCC regulations, helping you bring international talent to Canada smoothly and efficiently.

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