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Trudeau announces decision to limit temporary foreign workers and permanent residents

By: Yildiz Subuk, Staff Writer On August 26, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced he will “reduce the number of temporary foreign workers in Canada” by tightening the policy regarding temporary foreign workers (TFWs). This follows what some are calling a “historic surge” of temporary foreign workers in Canada, with nearly 184,000 TFW permits taking effect in 2023. When Canada faced a labour shortage, policies changed to allow more TFWs into the country to address it.  Under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, TFWs enter Canada through work permits, which limit them to work for a single employer unless they get…

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