Guides

Welcome to British Columbia: Information for Temporary Foreign Workers in British Columbia

June 20, 2021

Guidebook that provides information for TFW in B.C.. Includes information on employment, rights and protections, workplace safety, immigration, how to change employment status, healthcare, settlement services and housing.

Cowan Insurance Updates- Seasonal Agricultural Worker

June 20, 2021

Cowan Insurance has introduced two new benefits for migrant workers under the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): the Cigna-Telehealth, and ALAViDA (Substance Use Management Program). Telehealth services provide a more…

Benefit Summary Mexico-Canada Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program

June 19, 2021

Seasonal Agricultural Workers from Mexico are covered by a comprehensive benefits program that protects them during their stay in Canada. For more details, read the pamphlet that summarizes the key…

Guide for Clarifying Roles for Recruiters and their Affiliates, Agents and Partners

June 18, 2021

This document contains descriptions, examples and scenarios to provide clarity in understanding the differences between a Recruiter, Affiliate, Agent and Partner in the context of Recruiter Licensing under the Temporary…

Guide to Managing Workplace Impairment and Developing an Impairment Policy

June 18, 2021

Workplace impairment as an occupational health and safety issue is of concern to employers, workers, and other stakeholders in British Columbia. This guide provides employers with information on managing workplace…

Notice: Special Compliance Inspections for Employers of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program during the COVID-19 Pandemic

June 15, 2021

Temporary Foreign Workers and employers are expected to follow the latest public health and safety requirements and guidance from the Government of Canada, and from their respective provincial/territorial and local…

COVID-19: A Guide for Temporary Foreign Workers in Canada

June 15, 2021

A customized guide for Temporary Foreign Workers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program developed by Employment and Social Development Canada. Covers topics such as: information about COVID-19, what TFWs should…