Hiring newcomers to Canada and temporary foreign workers come with their own processes that need to be navigated properly. The AHLA helps break this down with these helpful resources.
There are two work permits that are possible in Canada: Temporary Foreign Worker Program and the International Mobility Program.
More information on these programs is available from the Government of Canada.
The Government of Canada also offers additional information on hiring qualified French-speaking and bilingual candidates.
Looking to hire newcomers at your hotel? Try contacting an immigrant serving agency in your area to inquire about their candidate pools.
CALGARY
Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS), 5th floor, 1111-11 Avenue SW, Calgary
1.403.605.2196 Office/1403.290.5117 Cell
Gordana Radan, CEO gradan@ccisab.ca
Hasmik Asmaryan, Manager, business,employment & training services, hasmaryan@ccisab.ca
EDMONTON
ASSIST Community Services, 9649-105A Avenue, Edmonton
Cindy Siu, Employment councilor/job placement, cindy.siu@assistcsc.org.
(This list will be updated periodically as the AHLA expands partnerships with Immigrant serving agencies across Alberta.)
Hiring International Talent
Applying to hire an international worker can seem intimidating, particularly if you do a deep-dive straight into the legalistic language on application sites—but for the most part, the programs aren’t as complex as they might seem. Tourism HR Canada has created a series of infographics that cover tips and resources to help you meet your staffing needs.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Virtual Learning Series
These virtual information sessions are free and are held by an IRCC outreach officer. The goal of this 8-week (February 22 – April 5, 2023) series is to help employers learn more about Canada’s economic immigration programs. Learn more and register.
Recruit Without Borders
Recruit Without Borders is a preferred partner of the AHLA that offers affordable, fully managed, hiring solutions no matter what the salary. Recruit without Borders is a great resource for members who need help navigating the system.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
You can hire a foreign worker to fill a permanent position and support them in their application for permanent residence.
How to access global talent – Canada.ca
IRCC Outreach Officer Network
For help navigating the immigration system email IRCC.DNEngagement@cic.gc.ca.
Government of Canada
Internationally trained workers have training and experience gained outside Canada, and represent a valuable source of skills and talent and a growing proportion of Canada’s talent pool.
Employer’s Roadmap to hiring and retaining internationally trained workers
More resources are available at www.canada.ca/immigration.