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Last updated on February 14, 2024

The law protects foreign workers in B.C. from unfair practices

Registered employers

If you will be working in B.C. under most federal foreign worker programs, your employer must be registered.

See a list of all registered employers

Licensed recruiters

If you are using a recruiter to hire a foreign national, the recruiter must be licensed by the B.C. government.

See a list of all licensed recruiters

Contact Employment Standards

The Compliance and TFW Team administers the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act and Regulation.

By email

Ask a question or get confidential support about temporary foreign workers in B.C.

Email us: BCTFW.ProtectionUnit@gov.bc.ca


By phone or text

Someone can help you in the language of your choice. Service is available Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5 pm Pacific Time.

Call us toll-free: 1-833-236-3700

Outside of Canada or the U.S.A.: 1-604-660-2421

Quick question?

Text us to get a quick answer about temporary foreign workers in B.C.

Text us: 604-660-2421

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