Hire through the Global Skills Strategy

The Global Skills Strategy (GSS) helps employers hire highly skilled temporary foreign workers from outside Canada and offers

faster processing times of work permit applications (so you may be able to hire faster)
work permit exemptions for short-term workers
enhanced customer service

Sections

Who's eligible for faster processing: Find out if your skilled worker qualifies for 2-week processing of their work permit application
How to get faster processing: Steps required for the skilled worker and their family members to qualify for 2-week processing
Work permit exemptions: Eligibility requirements for short-term work permit exemptions for highly skilled workers and researchers
Dedicated Service Channel: Check if you qualify to work with an account manager who can answer your questions and assess your needs