The Government of Canada has introduced stronger compliance measures under the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program, reinforcing that hiring foreign talent must remain a last resort when no qualified Canadians or permanent residents are available. Recent updates from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) show a sharp decline in program applications and tougher inspections to ensure fair and lawful treatment of workers.
With penalties now reaching up to $1 million and permanent bans for repeat offenders, employers face heightened accountability under Canada’s new labor integrity framework. These actions aim to protect both Canadian and foreign workers while ensuring the TFW Program remains transparent, fair, and compliant with national standards.