The internal documents from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), the ministry overseeing the temporary foreign worker program (TFWP) for work permits, revealed 6 new proposed changes.
These reforms, which include wage deductions, relaxed housing standards under TFWP, and a new sector-specific work permit for agriculture and fish processing, aim to address employer concerns while introducing limited worker mobility.
The Migrant Rights Network, a national advocacy organization, has been a vocal critic, releasing a report on July 30, 2025, that characterizes the sector-specific permits as a “cosmetic” change that maintains employer control under the guise of worker freedom.
Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program, a cornerstone of the nation’s labour market strategy, has long been a lifeline for industries, supporting approximately 106,000 migrant workers and 7,400 employers.
This article explores the 6 new proposed reforms, their potential impacts, and the voices of workers, advocates, and employers shaping this critical moment.
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