Canada has a robust system for hiring foreign workers, including visa assistance through programs like the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and the *International Mobility Program (IMP). Many Canadian companies actively recruit immigrants and provide support for work permits, particularly in industries facing labor shortages such as *agriculture, food processing, hospitality, tech, and healthcare. Below is a breakdown of sectors, companies, and visa pathways:

1. Key Industries Hiring Immigrants with Visa Support

A. Agriculture & Agri-Food

Canada’s farming and food processing sectors rely heavily on foreign workers. Key programs include:

• Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): For temporary farm workers from Mexico and the Caribbean.
• Agri-Food Pilot: A pathway to permanent residency for experienced workers in meat processing, mushroom farming, etc.

Companies that hire with visa assistance:

• Nature Fresh Farms (Ontario/BC) – Greenhouses hiring through TFWP.
• Lactalis Canada (dairy processing) – Sponsors TFWP for factory roles.
• Maple Leaf Foods (meat processing) – Uses TFWP for plant workers.
• BC Greenhouse Growers’ Association – Recruits through SAWP.

B. Food Processing

• Olymel (Quebec) – Pork/poultry processing, hires via TFWP.
• Sofina Foods (nationwide) – Sponsors foreign workers for meatpacking roles.

C. Hospitality & Tourism

• Fairmont Hotels & Resorts – Sponsors work permits for chefs, housekeepers.
• Tim Hortons (franchises) – Some locations hire TFWs for seasonal roles.

D. Tech & Engineering

• Shopify – Sponsors work permits for software engineers.
• Telus – Hires IT professionals through the Global Talent Stream (fast-track visas).
• Amazon Canada – Sponsors tech roles in Vancouver/Toronto.

E. Healthcare

• Bayshore Healthcare – Recruits nurses and caregivers internationally.
• Extendicare (senior care) – Sponsors TFWs for healthcare aides.

2. Visa Pathways for Immigrant Workers

A. Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)

• Requires a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to prove no Canadians can fill the role.
• Employers cover recruitment, travel, and housing costs for many roles (e.g., agriculture).
• Duration: Up to 2 years (renewable).

B. International Mobility Program (IMP)

• LMIA-exempt work permits for roles under agreements like:
• CUSMA (ex-NAFTA): Professionals from the U.S./Mexico.
• Global Talent Stream (GTS): Tech workers (processing in 2 weeks).

C. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)

• Many provinces offer employer-driven streams for permanent residency (e.g., Ontario’s Employer Job Offer Stream).

3. Companies Offering Visa Assistance

4. Recruitment Agencies & Programs

• Express Employment Professionals: Helps Canadian employers recruit TFWs.
• AgriRecruit: Specializes in agricultural labor for Canadian farms.
• Migrant Workers Alliance for Change: Advocates for workers’ rights and connects them to jobs.

5. How to Apply

1. Find a Job Offer: Use platforms like:

• Canada Job Bank: www.jobbank.gc.ca
• Provincial portals (e.g., Alberta’s, BC’s).

1. Employer Obtains LMIA (if required): The employer submits an LMIA application to ESDC.
2. Apply for Work Permit: Submit documents to IRCC (visa office in your home country).

6. Provinces with High Demand

• Ontario: Agriculture (Leamington’s greenhouses), tech (Toronto/Waterloo).
• British Columbia: Berry farms, tech (Vancouver).
• Alberta: Meat processing (Calgary), oil/gas.
• Quebec: Dairy farms, food processing (Montreal).

7. Resources for Workers

• Government of Canada TFWP Portal: www.canada.ca/temporary-foreign-workers
• Settlement Agencies: Free help with resumes, visas, and integration (e.g., ISSofBC).
• Canadian Immigrant Fair: Job fairs for newcomers (see canadianimmigrant.ca).

8. Tips for Success

• Learn English/French: Improves job prospects and PR eligibility.
• Avoid Scams: Only use licensed immigration consultants (verify at college-ic.ca).
• *Explore PR Pathways: Programs like the *Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) or Agri-Food Pilot offer permanent residency.