Canada proposes changes to protect temporary foreign workers

The federal government is looking to provide better protections for temporary foreign workers.

The government has announced proposed new regulations to help prevent the mistreatment or abuse of these workers during their stay in Canada.

“The health and safety of temporary foreign workers continues to be a key priority for the government of Canada. While we have made progress, there continues to be gaps. We know that temporary foreign workers need better information about their rights, and better health and safety protections,” says Carla Qualtrough, minister of employment, workforce development and disability inclusion.

“Workers also need to be protected from reprisal if they come forward with a complaint, and bad actors need to be prevented from participating in the program. Through these enhanced regulatory amendments, the government is working towards providing stronger worker protection and ensuring greater employer compliance.”
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