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GTC offers you a full turnkey service, allowing you to concentrate on your day-to-day tasks, rather than immersing yourself in the complex foreign recruitment process for which our experts are trained. However, a minimum of involvement on your part will be required to complete the process along the way. The employer will need to be more involved in the candidate’s integration into the company, which will help to retain the worker in the country over the long term. To find out more about the integration process.
Whether hiring a temporary or permanent worker, employers must comply with certain obligations. For example, you must ensure that your foreign workers have their work permits, and that they comply with their terms and conditions of employment. At the same time, your company must remain active during the period of validity of the permit, respect its commitments to the employee and provide a healthy working environment.
Le permis de travail est accordé pour le poste précisément indiqué dans la demande de permis initiale. Ce faisant, un changement de poste est impossible pour toute la durée de ce permis. Toutefois, à la demande de renouvellement, il est possible de formuler une demande pour un autre titre d’emploi. Par contre, l’augmentation salariale est possible sans problème.
It’s a very good question, and one we’re frequently asked. Unfortunately, there’s no single answer, since it depends on a number of factors, such as the (external) professional services retained to support you in this process (a la carte or turnkey), the type of position to be filled (high or low wage), the number of workers you wish to hire, and, rarely, the country of origin.
Absolutely. If a foreign worker’s performance is unsatisfactory and he or she does not carry out the tasks stipulated in his or her contract, you have two options: give the worker the required notice or pay him or her compensation. The Commission des normes du travail can give you more information on this subject.
In addition, Globe Talent Connect offers a three-month candidate replacement guarantee in the event of dismissal, and a six-month guarantee in the event of voluntary departure. This guarantee, which greatly reduces the risk of your investment, is offered at a small additional cost for a single hire, and is graciously offered in the case of multiple hires.
The average duration of the work permit is 24 months. Since the permit is directly related to your business, the foreign worker cannot change employers. In addition, the worker may apply to renew the permit for a supplemental period before the end of the current period. Lastly, if they meet the government’s criteria, the worker can apply for permanent residence, which, if granted, will enable them to work for your company for many more years! Many employers have found that these workers are very loyal to the company that gave them this invaluable opportunity for a better quality of life.
The worker’s wages depend on several factors. For example as a first step for requests made in Quebec, your application will be examined by the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Diversity and Inclusion. They check whether the proposed wages correspond to the wages of a Quebec worker in the same job category with a similar level of experience.
If the job you are offering is covered by a collective agreement or a decree, the salary must comply with the provisions therein. Otherwise, the Ministry will refer to the officiel document from d’Emploi Québec(article in French only) to establish the hourly wage.
Finally, the same labour standards rules or the collective agreement apply to the foreign worker.
Before a candidate is selected, we conduct an exhaustive study of the candidate’s deep motivations in order to ensure that they are serious and will fulfill the requirements.
It is important to know that foreign workers are eager to immigrate to improve their quality of life. When they are selected, they feel very privileged. This recognition makes them loyal and dedicated employees, and they develop a strong sense of belonging to their adopted company.
Although we recruit mainly in countries in which French or English is the second language, the language skills vary from one country to another and from one candidate to another. However, we do make sure that the candidate arrives with a basic knowledge. We provide 250 hours of second language classes to workers before they arrive in Canada. Lastly, employers who wish to do so may invite their workers to take a French or English developmental program (usually provided free of charge by the government, if required).
For more information about the different language training and education provided, check out the following links:
In Québec
Elsewhere in Canada:
We know that managing many documents and official forms is cumbersome and complex for any manager not specialized in international recruitment. Fortunately, our experts are trained in this field. They will handle the entire process, so you have peace of mind. With respect to pre-employment documentation, the employer’s responsibility is limited to completing a web form, provided by Globe Talent Connect, which collects all the information required to begin the process.
In order to hire a foreign worker, you must validate their eligibility for the various employment and immigration programs and ensure that they meet all the criteria, in particular by ensuring that a local worker cannot fill the job. Once the criteria are met, the applications approved and the permits obtained, thanks to Globe Talent Connect, all you have to do is prepare for their arrival.
The process of hiring a temporary foreign worker is quite complex and time- consuming for anyone who does not specialize in immigration. Beyond human resources, it entails of a host of administrative and legal steps that require the expertise of legal and immigration specialists.
When the process is handled by specialists in foreign worker recruitment, who ensure that applications are formulated correctly from the outset, the delay is shorter. In this case, you should allow around 3 months, a delay due in part to government processes*. Considering the quality of the candidates and the employer’s guarantee to retain the applicant for a given period (generally 24 months for the initial permit application, plus renewal possibilities), the wait is well worth it. What’s more, when you consider the financial losses generated by a vacant position and the high turnover rate among local workers, it’s not surprising that hiring foreign workers is the best solution.
All positions must be assessed against different criteria, including the existing shortage, region and type of industry. However, the types of employment in the Temporary Foreign Worker Program can be grouped into four major categories:
Globe Talent Connect specializes in high wage jobs, and sometimes also handles mandates for low-wage positions.
Please consult these links for a summary of each program’s requirements:
TFWP – Low wage: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers/median-wage/low/requirements.html
TFWP – High wage: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers/median-wage/high/requirements.html
TFWP – International talent: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers/global-talent/requirements.html
TFWP – Agricultural: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/foreign-workers/agricultural/agricultural.html
Contact us to check if your vacant positions are eligible for any part of the Temporary
Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
Absolutely. If a foreign worker’s performance is unsatisfactory and he or she does not carry out the tasks stipulated in his or her contract, you have two options: give the worker the required notice or pay him or her compensation. The Commission des normes du travail can give you more information on this subject.
In addition, Globe Talent Connect offers a three-month candidate replacement guarantee in the event of dismissal, and a six-month guarantee in the event of voluntary departure. This guarantee, which greatly reduces the risk of your investment, is offered at a small additional cost for a single hire, and is graciously offered in the case of multiple hires.
Absolutely. If a foreign worker’s performance is unsatisfactory and he or she does not carry out the tasks stipulated in his or her contract, you have two options: give the worker the required notice or pay him or her compensation. The Commission des normes du travail can give you more information on this subject.
In addition, Globe Talent Connect offers a three-month candidate replacement guarantee in the event of dismissal, and a six-month guarantee in the event of voluntary departure. This guarantee, which greatly reduces the risk of your investment, is offered at a small additional cost for a single hire, and is graciously offered in the case of multiple hires.
A worker’s salary depends on a number of factors. First, your application will be reviewed by the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Diversité et de l’Inclusion du Québec. They verify that the salary offered corresponds to the salary of a Quebec worker in the same job category with a similar level of experience.
If the job you are offering is covered by a collective agreement or decree, the salary must comply with the provisions of the agreement or decree. Otherwise, the Ministry will refer to the official Emploi Québec document to determine the hourly wage.
Finally, the same labor standards or collective agreement rules apply to foreign workers.
Even before a candidate is selected, we carry out an exhaustive study of the candidate’s deep-rooted motivations, to ensure that the process is a success and that the candidate is serious.
It’s important to know that foreign workers are eager to immigrate in order to improve their quality of life. When they are selected, they feel very privileged to be selected. This recognition makes them loyal and dedicated employees, and they develop a strong sense of belonging to their adopted company.
At the same time as obtaining work permits, we organize francization workshops so that selected candidates can perfect their French before arriving in the country. Once hiring is complete and legal documents have been obtained, we begin the process of settling and integrating the candidate in Canada. This stage includes, among other things, the purchase of airline tickets, furnishings and seasonal clothing (when required), the purchase of the first groceries, etc.
Once the workers have arrived on Canadian soil, a Globe Talent Connect representative will meet them at the airport, and accompany them as they apply for private health insurance, social insurance numbers, bank accounts, telephone lines, etc.
Finally, the employer will help newcomers discover their host city, its customs and habits, as well as the company – a key step in ensuring a positive integration experience.
We know that managing the numerous official documents and forms can be a complex and time-consuming task for any manager who is not specialized in international recruitment. Fortunately, our experts are trained in this field. They’ll take care of the whole process, so you can rest easy.
As far as pre-employment documentation is concerned, the employer’s responsibility is limited to completing a web form, provided by Globe Talent Connect, which brings together all the information required to start the process.
The process of recruiting a temporary foreign worker is a complex and tedious one for anyone not specialized in immigration. Beyond human resources, it consists of a host of administrative and legal steps that require the expertise of legal and immigration specialists.
Although we recruit mainly in countries in which French or English is the second language, the language skills vary from one country to another and from one candidate to another. However, we do make sure that the candidate arrives with a basic knowledge. We provide 250 hours of second language classes to workers before they arrive in Canada. Lastly, employers who wish to do so may invite their workers to take a French or English developmental program (usually provided free of charge by the government, if required).
For more information about the different language training and education provided, check out the following links:
In Québec
Elsewhere in Canada:
Globe Talent Connect offers you a turnkey service that allows you to concentrate on your day-to-day tasks, rather than immersing yourself in the complex foreign recruitment process for which our experts are trained. However, a minimum of involvement on your part will be required to complete the process along the way. A greater involvement on the part of the employer is to be expected when it comes to integrating the candidate into the company, which will help retain the worker in the country in the long term.
Whether hiring a temporary or permanent worker, employers must comply with certain obligations. For example, you must ensure that your foreign workers have their work permits, and that they comply with their terms and conditions of employment. At the same time, your company must remain active during the period of validity of the permit, respect its commitments to the employee and provide a healthy working environment. A full list of employer responsibilities is available here.
The work permit is granted for the position specified in the initial permit application. This means that it is not possible to change jobs for the duration of the permit. However, when applying for renewal, it is possible to apply for another job title. On the other hand, salary increases are not a problem.
It’s a very good question, and one we’re frequently asked. Unfortunately, there’s no single answer, since it depends on a number of factors, such as the (external) professional services retained to support you in this process (a la carte or turnkey), the type of position to be filled (high or low wage), the number of workers you wish to hire, and, rarely, the country of origin.
We know that managing the numerous official documents and forms can be a complex and time-consuming task for any manager who is not specialized in international recruitment. Fortunately, our experts are trained in this field. They’ll take care of the whole process, so you can rest easy.
As far as pre-employment documentation is concerned, the employer’s responsibility is limited to completing a web form, provided by Globe Talent Connect, which brings together all the information required to start the process.
In order to confirm the hiring of a foreign worker, it is imperative to validate his or her eligibility for the various employment and immigration programs and to satisfy all the criteria, in particular by ensuring that the job cannot be filled by the workforce available in Quebec. Once the criteria have been met, the applications approved and the permits obtained, thanks to Globe Talent Connect, all you have to do is prepare for your arrival.
The process of recruiting a temporary foreign worker is a complex and tedious one for anyone not specialized in immigration. Beyond human resources, it consists of a host of administrative and legal steps that require the expertise of legal and immigration specialists.
When the process is handled by specialists in foreign worker recruitment, who ensure that applications are formulated correctly from the outset, the delay is shorter. In this case, you should allow around 3 months, a delay due in part to government processes*. Considering the quality of the candidates and the employer’s guarantee to retain the applicant for a given period (generally 24 months for the initial permit application, plus renewal possibilities), the wait is well worth it. What’s more, when you consider the financial losses generated by a vacant position and the high turnover rate among local workers, it’s not surprising that hiring foreign workers is the best solution.
* This timeframe is subject to change depending on current government policies and the occupancy levels of the various government agencies involved.
Each position must be evaluated according to a number of criteria, including the existing shortage, the region and the type of industry. However, the types of employment within the Temporary Foreign Worker Program can be grouped into four main streams:
Globe Talent Connect specializes in high-wage positions, and exceptionally also undertakes recruitment mandates for low-wage positions. For a summary of the requirements for each program, please consult these links:
PTET – Low-wage segment : https://www.canada.ca/fr/emploi-developpement-social/services/travailleurs-etrangers/salaire-moyen/bas/exigences.html
PTET – High-salary segment : https://www.canada.ca/fr/emploi-developpement-social/services/travailleurs-etrangers/salaire-moyen/haut/exigences.html
PTET – Global talent section : https://www.canada.ca/fr/emploi-developpement-social/services/travailleurs-etrangers/talents-mondiaux/exigences.html
PTET – Agricultural component : https://www.canada.ca/fr/emploi-developpement-social/services/travailleurs-etrangers/agricoles/agricoles.html
Contact us to validate the eligibility of your vacancies for any of the components of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
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