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Significant Changes Ahead: New Measures To Limit Temporary Foreign Worker Program In Canada

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In a move aimed at recalibrating the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program, Canadian Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages...

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In a move aimed at recalibrating the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program, Canadian Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, has announced significant reductions and compliance measures. These changes, effective September 26, 2024, mark a notable shift in the government's approach to addressing labour market needs.

Understanding the Changes

The Temporary Foreign Worker Program was designed to fill gaps in the Canadian labour market where qualified Canadians are unavailable. However, recent concerns have arisen about the program being used to sidestep hiring Canadian talent. To address these issues, the government is implementing the following reforms:

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