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Temporary foreign worker program in Canada

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Nov 30, 2025

Can employers simultaneously use the TFWP and the Immigrant Wage Subsidy for the same position or worker?

Available federal guidance says the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is a distinct route that requires employers to secure a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and meet prevailing‑...

Nov 25, 2025

How did 2025 TFWP employer demand vary by province and territory in Canada?

Provincial and territorial demand for Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) positions in 2025 shifted as Ottawa tightened rules: wage thresholds rose (about 2% in June 2025 and larger prior increase...

Nov 18, 2025

Which industries and job types are most commonly supported by the Temporary Foreign Worker Program versus the Immigrant Wage Subsidy?

The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is chiefly used by employers to fill temporary gaps across low‑wage and high‑wage streams in sectors like agriculture, food service, retail and some skilled...