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Temporary Foreign Worker

The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program allows Canadian employers to hire foreign workers to fill temporary jobs when qualified Canadians are not available. This program is regulated through the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations and is administered in partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

a) Study Permit

Canada has always been one of the most wanted destinations for international students. More than 200,000 international students and researchers choose to study in Canada each year. Individuals who choose Canada for academic qualification receive an internationally accredited education, preparing them for professional pursuits in Canada or anywhere abroad. Students get to experience a unique multiethnic environment in a safe and attractive country.

b) Work Permit

The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) authorizes a foreign national to work temporarily in Canada for a specific period of time. In most occurrences, work permits will only be issued after the employer gets the Positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). However, it will depend on individual circumstances, as few work permits may be LMIA-exempt under certain categories.

  • Employer-specific work permit
  • Open work permit

c) Super Visa/Visitor Visa

Parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents who wish to visit Canada and spend time with their loved ones may apply for Super Visa. The Super Visa is a multiple entry visa for validity up to 10 years. In contrast to normal visitor visa, the Super Visa allows an individual to remain in Canada for a periods of up to maximum of 2 years. There is a certain criteria that needs to be fulfilled in order to be eligible for this visa category including but not limited to the income requirements.

d) Post-Graduation Work Permit Program 

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Program allows students who have graduated from eligible Canadian designated learning institutions (DLIs) to obtain an open work permit to gain valuable Canadian work experience.