How do I apply for Temporary Foreign Worker Program?

Visit Government of Canada, Employment and Social Development canada's website for application instructions.

What industries are eligible for Temporary Foreign Worker Program?

Eligible industries include: agriculture.

Who administers Temporary Foreign Worker Program?

This program is administered by Government of Canada, Employment and Social Development canada.

Are there similar programs to Temporary Foreign Worker Program?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Workforce Development & Training category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for Temporary Foreign Worker Program?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Government of Canada, Employment and Social Development canada

👥 Workforce Development & Training👔 Hiring🏪 Small Business📈 Growth🍁 National

Hire skilled temporary foreign workers

Funding

$680 - $1,600,000

Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

When qualified Canadians or permanent residents are not available, you can access a pool of foreign workers you can hire on a temporary basis, through one of the program's specialized talent streams. Apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment to see if y

What Benefits Are Offered?

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A program designed to allow Canadian employers to hire temporary foreign workers to address labour and skill shortages, especially when no qualified Canadians or permanent residents are available. It outlines processes for obtaining Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) or utilizing LMIA exemptions under the International Mobility Program, including specific streams like the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program and Francophone Mobility.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: agriculture

Region: Canada (specific requirements for Quebec), outside Quebec (for Francophone Mobility stream)

Demographics: Francophone or bilingual workers (for Francophone Mobility stream)

Other Criteria: employers in Canada, facing labour and skill shortages, no Canadians or permanent residents available to do the job (for LMIA-required streams), meet LMIA exemption codes (for International Mobility Program streams), willing to pay employer compliance fee (for International Mobility Program streams), open to employers across various industries seeking to fill labour and skill shortages