Canada Tightens Oversight of Temporary Foreign Worker Program

Key Point 

• Canada announced a significant reduction in the use of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) 

Temporary Foreign Worker Program  

In October 2025, Canada announced a significant reduction in the use of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). This shift reflects a move towards prioritizing domestic hiring and long-term labor market sustainability. Alongside this decline in usage, the government introduced tougher enforcement measures to ensure employer compliance and protect foreign workers. 

Key Highlights: 

• Reduced Program Usage: The number of employers using the TFWP has dropped, attributed to improved access to Canadian talent and better alignment with labor market needs. 
• Increased Penalties: Employers found violating program rules now face steeper fines, longer bans from hiring foreign workers and potential public listing as non-compliant. 
• Public Registry of Offenders: A new transparency measure includes publishing the names of employers who breach TFWP regulations, helping workers and stakeholders identify safe and lawful workplaces. 
• Worker Protections: The changes aim to strengthen protections for temporary foreign workers, ensuring fair treatment and reducing exploitation risks. 

These reforms are part of Canada’s broader strategy to balance economic growth with ethical labor practices, while maintaining pathways for foreign talent where genuinely needed. 

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