Services for employers to help attract global talent

You can use Canada’s immigration system to attract, hire and retain qualified workers from around the world to support innovation and growth.

How outreach officers can help you

Outreach officers throughout Canada provide information sessions to help you understand which economic immigration options you can use to meet your hiring needs.

At the information session, you’ll learn

where to look for global talent with the skills and experience you need
how to hire global talent using temporary work permit and permanent residence programs
how you can benefit from
- the Global Skills Strategy
- Express Entry
- Mobilité Francophone
- immigration programs for specific regions and industries

Sign up for an information session

Upcoming information sessions

IRCC virtual learning series for Atlantic employers (PDF, 678 KB)
- This list will be updated as more events for employers are scheduled.

Schedule a presentation

You can email an outreach officer for more information or to schedule a presentation.

Find the help you need

Questions about an application in process?

Outreach officers can’t answer questions about any applications in process.

If you have questions about an application in process, contact the Client Support Centre using our web form. You’ll need to get written authorization from the applicant to make an enquiry.

Get help hiring a foreign worker

Have questions about hiring a foreign worker?
- Get the answers in our Help Centre.
Need guidance on making an offer of employment?
- Check the Employer Portal guide.
Have technical issues with the Employer Portal?
- Email the Employer Portal inbox.
Need an opinion on whether your worker is eligible for an exemption from a work permit or a Labour Market Impact Assessment?
- Contact the International Mobility Workers Unit if your worker is
  - located outside Canada
  - from a country whose nationals are visa-exempt
Want to know if you can have access to an account manager for dedicated immigration support?
- See if you qualify for the Dedicated Service Channel under the Global Skills Strategy