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February 1, 2018

For employers seeking to fill labour or skill shortages, foreign workers can be a valuable resource. However, the law governing the hiring and management of foreign workers is complex, and the immigration process daunting. Below is a brief overview of the steps employers must take when seeking to employ foreign nationals on a temporary basis. […]

Temporary Foreign Worker Program exemption for Yellowknife employers

April 28, 2015

Yellowknife employers are exempt from restrictions on temporary foreign workers in the food services, accommodation and retail trade sectors.

City of Markham: Hiring Foreign Workers – Playing by the Rules, February 27, 2014

January 27, 2014

Employers need to know about recent changes to the Labour Market Opinion application process and the Temporary Foreign Worker program. Know the rules Read More...

Much needed changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program are in place

August 22, 2013

Minister of Employment and Social Development, Jason Kenney, announced reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.

Temporary Foreign Worker Program in the Spotlight
May 16, 2013
Some employers are hiring temporary foreign workers in the same occupations and locations as Canadians who collect employment insurance (EI).

RBC Outsourcing Workers – Liability for Employee Terminations
April 18, 2013
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation reported the Royal Bank of Canada is replacing over 40 employees with temporary foreign workers through outsourc Read More...

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Executive Termination Settlement avoiding Litigation
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International Charity (Non-for-Profit) Organization with Unionized and Non-Unionized employees
Minken Employment Lawyers has assisted Canadian branch with grievances and labour issues, advising us with respect to our Collective Agreement, drafting employment contracts and advising with respect to ensuring the employment contracts will be upheld in Court, advising and strategizing with respect to terminations and exit packages, as well as various policies and practices relating to employee matters both locally and abroad.”

Hiring Temporary Foreign Workers? – Here’s What You Need to Know!

Temporary Foreign Worker Program exemption for Yellowknife employers

City of Markham: Hiring Foreign Workers – Playing by the Rules, February 27, 2014

Much needed changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program are in place

Temporary Foreign Worker Program in the Spotlight

RBC Outsourcing Workers – Liability for Employee Terminations