In Canada, the rights of all workers are protected by law. You can get information about employment laws and your rights by calling the number listed on this page in the province or territory where you work.

To provide details of misuse or abuse related to the TFWP, use the Online Fraud Reporting tool. It’s a step-by-step secure online process for submitting your information, anonymously if you wish. Service Canada takes abuse of the programs it delivers very seriously.

The Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) contains legal requirements that must be met by all workplaces under the inspectional jurisdiction of WorkSafeBC. The purpose of these regulations is to protect workers and other persons present at workplaces from work-related risks to their health, safety, and well-being.

Employers must meet specific requirements to hire foreign workers. Find out more about employers’ responsibilities here.