Temporary Foreign Worker Program — Global Talent Stream ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Private sector employers across all industries - For-profit businesses of any size - Non-profit organizations (limited eligibility) - Public sector employers (limited eligibility) - Employers must be registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - Employers must be in good standing with federal and provincial labor regulations - Business must demonstrate legitimate operational need for foreign talent ### 💰 Funding Details - No direct grant funding provided — this is a hiring authorization program, not a financial grant - Employers bear all costs associated with hiring and employing foreign workers - Typical costs include: - Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) fees (~$1,000 CAD per application) - Work permit processing fees (~$100-$300 per worker) - Recruitment, training, and onboarding expenses - Wage obligations matching or exceeding prevailing local rates - No matching ratio or repayment requirements — participants are not borrowing funds - Wage levels must comply with provincial employment standards and competitive market rates ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses This program does not fund project expenses — rather, it authorizes employment. Employer costs include: - Recruitment services to find qualified foreign talent - Credential assessment and verification for foreign qualifications - Work permit application and processing fees - Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) preparation and submission - Onboarding and integration programs for foreign workers - Training and professional development to support worker performance - Relocation assistance (if provided by employer) - Compliance documentation and ongoing reporting requirements ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) required: Employer must prove no qualified Canadian/permanent resident workers are available - Recruitment obligation: Demonstrated good-faith efforts to hire domestically first - Wage compliance: Foreign workers must be paid at or above prevailing wage for the position and region - Work permit validity: Employment is temporary; workers must