Seasonal employment refers to temporary jobs offered to workers for short durations. In response to labor shortages in Canada, the Canadian government has introduced programs specifically designed for Canadian employers to hire foreign workers when Canadian citizens or permanent residents are not available for these positions.
Seasonal worker programs cater to:
Businesses that open only for 3-9 months per year
Employers that need extra workers during peak periods
Businesses mainly in the fields of agriculture, landscaping, fishing, seafood processing, accommodation, food, recreation, road transportation, construction, forestry and logging
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BENEFITS OF HIRING SEASONAL WORKERS
Hiring seasonal workers offers several advantages to Canadian employers whose businesses operate predominantly during specific times of the year or experience increased activity during peak periods, requiring additional assistance.
Some benefits of seasonal employment include:
Seasonal workers
are only on payroll for the duration of their contract, allowing employers to reduce labour costs.
Foreign seasonal workers
offer a convenient solution for businesses.
There are many different government programs put in place to allow foreign workers to come to Canada to fill vacancies that cannot be filled with local employees.
Seasonal employees
must be experienced in their field of work in order to qualify to work in Canada through a seasonal work program.
Seasonal workers
are only on payroll for the duration of their contract, allowing employers to reduce labour costs.
There are many different government programs put in place to allow foreign workers to come to Canada to fill vacancies that cannot be filled with local employees.
Foreign seasonal workers
offer a convenient solution for businesses.
Seasonal employees
must be experienced in their field of work in order to qualify to work in Canada through a seasonal work program.
HIRING SEASONAL WORKERS THROUGH WORKVANTAGE
Employing seasonal workers requires time and preparation. Many employers opt to hire foreign workers on a recurring basis to fulfill their seasonal workforce needs, while others may choose this option on a one-time basis during unusual circumstances.
If you are considering hiring foreign seasonal workers, Workvantage can assist you throughout the entire staffing process. Workvantage can:
Identify your company’s needs and requirements
Search for candidates whose profiles align with your needs
Conduct interviews with potential employees to present you with the best matches
Handle the application process with ESDC (Service Canada) to obtain a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for hiring foreign workers
Facilitate the employee’s immigration process, including work permits, DST (for Quebec only), and travel visa applications when necessary to enhance their chances of approval
LMIA DOCUMENTATION APPROVAL
Our team of recruitment experts collaborates with immigration consultants to ensure accurate representation of your company. This approach increases the likelihood of obtaining the necessary government documents to hire foreign workers.
By entrusting Workvantage with the entire hiring process, you can focus on the final selection and enjoy the benefits of employing seasonal foreign workers.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT IN MOST PROVINCES
Business owners operating in specific fields that require additional help during certain seasons or periods are ideal candidates for hiring foreign workers.
Many of our clients operate seasonal businesses such as:
Amusement parks
Hotels
Restaurants
Farms
Fisheries
Construction companies
Landscaping
Snow removal companies
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT IN QUEBEC
Each province has the autonomy to determine its immigration programs and policies. Therefore, the same holds true for Quebec.
SEASONAL JOBS AVAILABLE IN QUEBEC
Many of our clients in Quebec have seasonal businesses such as:
Agriculture
Landscaping
Fisheries and fish and seafood processing
Accommodation, food and recreation
Forestry and logging
Road transportation
Construction
Manufacturing
EMPLOYERS
Looking to hire a foreign worker through our specialized services