Government of Canada strengthens protections for temporary foreign workers as new regulations come into force
The new regulations will better protect TFWs and help to prevent mistreatment and abuse during their stay in Canada by:
*mandating that employers provide all TFWs with information about their rights in Canada;
*prohibiting reprisal by employers against workers, for instance against those who come forward with complaints; and,
*prohibiting employers from charging recruitment fees to workers and holding them accountable for the actions of recruiters in this regard.
In addition, employers are now required to provide reasonable access to health care services. Employers using the TFW Program, are also required to provide private health insurance when needed.
