Government Resources – Migrant Worker Hub

Register to Hire Temporary Foreign Workers

November 12, 2020

Employers can hire foreign workers to fill temporary labour and skill shortages. In British Columbia, temporary foreign workers are protected by law from unfair employers and practices. Employers who hire temporary foreign workers…

Occupational Health and Safety

May 17, 2019

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Workplace safety

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…

Employment Standards in BC

May 17, 2019

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Employment regulations and benefits

Foreign workers are covered by the Employment Standards Act and Regulation. These provisions include overtime pay, statutory holidays and holiday pay, annual vacations and vacation pay, and minimum wage.

Reporting abuse or misuse of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program

May 17, 2019

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Immigration

Canadians, employers and temporary foreign workers must report any potential cases of abuse of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program to the Government of Canada. If you are aware that someone…

Employer Compliance

May 17, 2019

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Employment regulations and benefits

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