Key Points
- Canada introduced new measures aimed at reducing fraud under the Temporary Foreign Worker program
Overview
The government of Canada introduced new measures to prevent fraud under the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program. These measures include the following:
- Enforcing consistent application of the 20 percent cap policy for temporary foreign workers. This includes the “dual intent sub-stream policy,” which applies to temporary foreign workers who intend to apply for permanent residency. Employers using this stream will be subject to more stringent guidelines
- Applying stricter and more rigorous oversight in high-risk areas when processing Labor Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) and when conducting inspections
- Considering LMIA fee increases to pay for additional integrity and processing activities
- Looking to implement future regulatory changes regarding employer eligibility (factors such as a minimum number of years of business operations or history of layoffs by the employer)
For additional insights on these changes and measures, check here.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of Canada’s website for the latest updates and information.
Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: Government of Canada
