While in Canada, temporary foreign workers (TFW) have the same rights and protections as Canadians and permanent residents under applicable federal, provincial, and territorial employment standards and collective agreements. You should be aware that your employer must:

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• Pay you for your work.

• Ensure your workplace is safe.

• Give you break time and days off.

• Respect the terms of your employment contract.

• All workers have the right to contact government officials

• You cannot be deported for filing a complaint

• Your employer cannot force you to pay any recruitment fees

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Please use your smartphone to scan the QR codes. It will give you the detailed information.

 

 

Understanding your rights as a foreign worker: