Foreign Worker Sponsorship - Hire a Foreign Worker

As a Canadian-certified foreign worker recruitment services company, we are committed to providing seamless workforce solutions for businesses across Canada. In the face of a challenging economic landscape marked by a shortage of specialized talent in various industries, we stand as your strategic partner to address this crucial need.

Navigating the complexities of Canadian foreign worker sponsorship can be daunting, but with CanDo Recruitment by your side, the process becomes both smooth and expeditious. Our expertise and dedication ensure that businesses can identify and secure the right professionals, fostering growth and success in an ever-evolving market.

Our foreign worker sponsorship and recruitment services include

Advertising on job boards and career sites
Sorting resumes and contacting potential candidates
Pre-screening candidates according to the skills and experience required for the job
Arranging interviews for employers with candidates
Assisting employers and candidates with the immigration process through an affiliated company

Partner with us at CanDo Recruitment, where excellence meets efficiency in building the workforce that propels your business to new heights.

Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Under the TFWP, employers must obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to hire foreign workers to fill temporary labour and skill shortages. The LMIA verifies that there is a need for a temporary worker and that no Canadians or permanent residents are available to do the job.

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)

Most provinces and territories offer employer-sponsored permanent residency programs for skilled foreign workers inside and outside Canada. These provincial nominee programs are not work permit-only applications, and for this reason, it may take longer for a worker to get a work permit. Besides that, not all occupations are eligible. Book a consultation with our team to explore your provincial program sponsorship options.

International Mobility Program

The IMP allows workers to apply for a work permit without an LMIA. The exceptions include professionals and business investors defined on international agreements, due to Canadian interests such as significant benefit or reciprocal employment, and public policies, workers without other means of support, such as refugees, permanent residence applicants in Canada, vulnerable workers, and humanitarian reasons.

Francophone Mobility work permit

This is a specific Mobility Program work permit that may apply if you speak French at a minimum intermediate level, meet the IMP requirements and plan to live and work outside Quebec.

International Experience Canada

The IEC is the pathway for young professionals seeking work experience in Canada. The program is available to citizens from countries or territories that have an agreement with Canada allowing them to apply for an IEC work permit. The IEC pools open and close periodically throughout the year. A limited number of applicants are invited for each round of invitation.

There are 3 categories of work permits under the IEC Program:

Working Holiday: for candidates without a job offer in Canada.
Young Professionals: for candidates with a job offer in Canada in an occupation NOC TEER level 0, 1, 2, or 3.
International Co-op (Internship): for candidates registered at a post-secondary institution who have a job offer for a work placement or internship in Canada

The eligibility requirements vary according to the country of citizenship. Usually, the candidates have to be between the ages of 18 and 35, have a minimum of CAD 2,500 to cover the expenses in Canada, and be admissible to Canada.

Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)

RCIP is a pathway for employers in designated rural communities to hire skilled foreign workers for permanent residency. To be eligible, your business must meet qualification requirements, employers must complete free onboarding and intercultural competency training, and agree to support the settlement of newcomers and their families. Once designated, employers, you will receive a Confirmation of Designation from your community, after which you can begin recruiting candidates and submitting recommendations. There is no cost to apply for the designation.

They help address labour shortages and turnover: When you cannot find a qualified Canadian worker, you are still able to fill a position, allowing you to mitigate turnover or continue to grow your business.
They offer diverse skills: Skilled foreign workers come with comprehensive prior training, meaning they’re ready to go from day one.
They have transferable skills: A combination of prior work experience, cultural experience, and diverse language abilities gives foreign workers unique perspectives alongside specialized communication skills.
They contribute to company culture: Most foreign workers are seeking new social and cultural experiences, making them open to connecting with colleagues, exchanging knowledge, and helping build a strong company culture.
They are motivated: Foreign workers are motivated to pursue the dream of gaining work experience abroad and immigrating to Canada.

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Decades of Canadian Immigration Expertise

With over 40 years of experience, our foreign worker sponsorship consultants have been navigating the complexities of work permits and LMIA, as well as connecting businesses with foreign workers through job opportunities for decades.

A Dedicated Partner

We’re on the ground, ready to help you! When you work with us, you work with our professional team of foreign worker sponsorship consultants. We can answer all your questions about the international recruitment process without delay, guiding you through every step with ease.

Personalized Guidance for Your Unique Application

Each application is unique because each foreign worker's sponsorship situation is unique. That’s why our specialized immigration consultants work with you directly to develop a custom approach that maximizes your chances of successfully hiring your ideal candidate.

Transparency and Support You Can Count On

At CanDo Immigration, our team is here to guide you through every step of the process with steadfast honesty and integrity. We’re efficient and prompt so that we can solve problems in-house. We keep communication open and clear, making sure you stay fully informed at every stage.

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CanDo Immigration will assist in posting a 4-week advertisement on targeted immigration job boards.

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From that posting, we will work with you to select worker(s) who are good candidates for Canada foreign worker sponsorship.

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We will submit an LMIA application on your behalf.

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LMIA application is approved.

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Next, we will submit the necessary paperwork for your new employee’s work permit(s).

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The work permit is approved. Your foreign worker is ready to come to Canada.

Exceptional Professionalism

Sheryl Salazar

From the initial consultation to the final approval, Cando Canadian Immigration Services demonstrated exceptional professionalism and expertise.

Truly Cared

Drixine Clasicas

My husband and I had an absolutely AMAZING experience with CanDo Immigration! Their team went above and beyond to make the entire Work Permit process smooth and stress-free. They were incredibly knowledgeable, super responsive, and truly cared about our case.

Very Proficient

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Cando is the best option for all your immigration needs. I highly recommend them. They were very proficient and effective during my process, from the initial processing of my work permit to the acquisition of my Permanent Residency.

Amazing service

Momar Mundoc

Amazing service and I highly recommend CanDo Canadian Immigration Services.

Unwavering Support

April Condinato

I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for your unwavering support in helping me achieve my goal. Your guidance and encouragement were instrumental in my success, and I truly appreciate the positive impact you've had on my journey.

Expertise and Dedication

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To Cando Immigration Services, your expertise and dedication transformed what could have been a daunting process into a manageable and even enjoyable experience.

Exceptional Team

Aetherika

Jamie, Maria and Marta have been an exceptional team throughout my journey from newcomer to PR holder. I cannot stress enough how capable the entire Cando team is even working on a tricky and time sensitive case nobody else would touch.

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Approachable staff, very attentive to queries and responds quickly.

Fantastic Experience

Jose Asi (JAS)

I had a fantastic experience with Cando immigration consultant. Thank you Sir Jamie Dowla and his father Marshall & the whole team.

Highly recommended!

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Attention to Details

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Professionalism and Patience

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prove business legitimacy on my LMIA application?

To hire a foreign worker, you must be a legally operating Canadian business with a valid Canada Revenue Agency business number. You can prove that your business and job offer are legitimate through a business legitimacy assessment, which considers 4 factors:

Your business provides a good or service in Canada.
You offer employment that aligns with the reasonable needs of your business.
You can fulfill all of the terms of the job offer, including the wages and other financial obligations.
Your business has no compliance issues federally or provincially.

If you meet all 4 factors, your LMIA assessment will be considered. If you don’t meet 1 or more factors, your decision will come back as negative.

Who pays for a foreign worker's application fees?

The employer is responsible for paying the application fees related to foreign worker sponsorship. These fees are paid to Employment and Social Development Canada and are separate from any professional fees for immigration consulting or recruitment services.

How long does it take to get an LMIA approved?

LMIA processing times can range from as little as 20 days to as long as 4 months. The timeline varies depending on whether it is your first time applying, your business's industry, and the processing time in your foreign worker's country of residency. Note that this timeframe covers only the LMIA itself. Once approved, your worker must still apply for their work permit, which adds additional time to the overall process.

Can I hire more than one foreign worker under a single LMIA application?

Yes. A single LMIA application can cover multiple workers for the same position, provided you can demonstrate a labour shortage for each role. You must pay the government fee for each position. Each approved worker will then submit their own separate work permit application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

What are the wage requirements when hiring a temporary foreign worker?

You must pay temporary foreign workers the prevailing wage for the occupation and region, meaning the median wage for that job in the province or territory where the work will be performed. You cannot pay a TFW less than you would pay a Canadian doing the same job. Employment and Social Development Canada assesses whether your offered wage aligns with the Job Bank wage data for the relevant National Occupational Classification (NOC) code. Offering below the prevailing wage is a common reason for LMIA refusals.

Can I hire a foreign worker who is already living in Canada?

Yes, in many cases. If a foreign worker is already in Canada with a valid status (e.g., a study permit, visitor visa, or previous work permit), they may be able to apply for a new work permit from inside Canada once their LMIA is approved, without needing to leave the country. The specific options depend on the worker's current immigration status and the type of work permit being applied for.

What are my ongoing obligations as an employer of a temporary foreign worker?

Your responsibilities as an employer include:

Provide TFWs with the most recent information about their rights.
Provide a copy of the signed employment agreement, which must include information on wages, working conditions, and occupation, as listed in the offer of employment or LMIA.
Meet the commitments of the employment agreement, per the offer of employment or LMIA.
Ensure workers have their work permits and follow the conditions of the permit.
Comply with provincial, territorial, and federal laws.
Make sure your business stays active during the work permit period.
Make sure workers aren’t charged any recruitment fees.
Provide a workplace free of abuse.
Provide access to health care services when workers are injured or ill in the workplace.

Can a temporary foreign worker transition to permanent residency, and does that benefit me as an employer?

Yes, and it can be a significant advantage. Many TFWs use their Canadian work experience to qualify for permanent residency pathways such as Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), or employer-specific streams. Retaining a worker through to permanent residency means you benefit from a long-term, stable employee who is fully authorized to work in Canada without ongoing permit renewals, reducing future recruitment and administrative costs.

Can my temporary foreign worker bring their family members to Canada?

In many cases, yes. Spouses or common-law partners of workers in certain high-skilled occupations (NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3) may be eligible for an open work permit, allowing them to work for any Canadian employer. Dependent children may be eligible to study in Canada. Eligibility depends on the specific work permit category and the duration of the worker's permit.