Information for companies wishing to hire migrants.
- Temporary workers:
There are 3 basic steps to hiring a temporary foreign worker: obtain an LMIA or submit a job offer, have the worker apply for a work permit, and inform the worker of what to expect from their application. For more information: https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=210&top=17
- Internationally Skilled Workers:
This includes immigrants, refugees, international students who have trained or worked outside the country, have skills and experience that companies need. Diverse backgrounds, skills and perspectives bring innovation and dynamism to the workplace. If you can't find candidates living in Canada with the skills and experience you need, you can explore options for hiring internationally trained workers (ITWs) from abroad. To hire a foreign worker, you must go through one of several federal or provincial/territorial immigration programs. For more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/employer-roadmap-hiring-retaining-internationally-trained-workers.html#_3.4_Legal_considerations
Note: Employers must take into account the legal considerations that apply in each province or territory.
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