How Is the Temporary Foreign Worker Program Affecting Canadian Jobs?
Official title: Impacts of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program on the Labour Market
A parliamentary committee is studying how the Temporary Foreign Worker Program affects Canadian workers and the job market. They want to understand whether the program helps fill labour shortages or displaces Canadian workers. This is your chance to share experiences or concerns directly with MPs.
Why This Matters
Looking for work? This program brings in hundreds of thousands of workers each year. Some say it fills jobs Canadians won't take. Others say it keeps wages low and squeezes out local workers. Your input could shape how the program works going forward.
What Could Change
The committee's findings will go to Parliament and could lead to changes in how employers access foreign workers. That might mean stricter rules on when companies can hire abroad, higher wage requirements, or better protections for temporary workers themselves.
Key Issues
- Does the program fill genuine labour shortages or displace Canadian workers?
- What impact does the program have on wages and working conditions?
- Are temporary foreign workers adequately protected from exploitation?
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 | Committee Meeting on Temporary Foreign Worker Program | — |