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Royal Paan located at 395–8148 128 Street, Surrey, BC, V3W 1R1 has been found non-compliant with Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program regulations and fined $14250 CAD and received a ban status of Eligible.

Violations Found:

• Code 6: The employer didn't give the inspector the documents they asked for.Provision: 209.4(1)(b)
• Code 8: The employer broke federal, provincial or territorial laws for hiring and recruiting employees in the province or territory where the foreign national worked.Provision: 209.2(1)(a)(ii) or 209.3(1)(a)(ii)
• Code 9: The pay or working conditions didn't match, or were not better than, what was listed on the offer of employment, or the job was not the same as what was listed on the offer of employment.Provision: 209.2(1)(a)(iii) or 209.3(1)(a)(iv)

Date of Final Decision: 2026-05-01

This enforcement action underscores the importance of maintaining strict oversight within the Temporary Foreign Worker program to safeguard the rights and working conditions of foreign nationals who often lack the same protections as domestic employees. The ban status indicates that the employer remains eligible to hire Temporary Foreign Workers despite the penalty, highlighting that consequences for non-compliance can vary in severity depending on the nature of the violation. Such government interventions serve to deter future misconduct while promoting fair labour practices across industries that rely on temporary foreign labour. When employers fail to adhere to program rules, it can undermine wages, working hours, and safety standards for both foreign and Canadian workers alike. Continued monitoring and enforcement help ensure the program functions as intended, balancing labour market needs with ethical recruitment and employment practices.

View full details: https://jobwatchcanada.com/non-compliant/employer/royal-paan-surrey-bc

Resources:

• Non-Compliant Employers Directory
• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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GURDIP SINGH SIDHU in Abbotsford, BC (V4X 1C8) is looking for a home support worker at $37.00/hr.

This home support worker position at $37.00 an hour stands out as a wage that would normally attract local applicants in Abbotsford. The posting's existence raises the question of what recruitment efforts were actually made within Canada before applying for the LMIA. It also invites consideration of whether the employer's specific requirements genuinely limit the pool of available Canadian workers. Canadians who qualify for this role should be made aware of the opening so they have the chance to apply directly. Sharing the posting in relevant community groups can help ensure eligible local candidates see the opportunity.

View posting: https://jobwatchcanada.com/job/49495473

Job Bank ID: 49495473

Resources:

• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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Wildflower Greenhouse Ltd. located at 8059 192 Street, Surrey, BC, V4N 5S9 has been found non-compliant with Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program regulations and fined $91000 CAD and received a ban status of Eligible.

Violations Found:

• Code 4: The employer couldn’t show that the description they gave for the job on the Labour Market Impact Assessment application was true, for a period of 6 years, starting on the first day the foreign national worked for them.Provision: 209.3(1)(c)(i)
• Code 15: The employer was not actively engaged in the business that the foreign national was hired to work for (aside from live-in caregivers).Provision: 209.2(1)(a)(i) or 209.3(1)(a)(i)

Date of Final Decision: 2026-05-01

This enforcement action underscores the Canadian government's commitment to upholding the integrity of the Temporary Foreign Worker program, which safeguards vulnerable migrant workers from exploitation in industries like agriculture. With the employer remaining eligible to hire temporary foreign workers despite the penalties, it signals that while corrective measures were applied, the business can continue participating under stricter scrutiny to prevent future issues. Such oversight is crucial for ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and genuine labour market needs, protecting workers who often face language barriers and limited recourse in a new country. Broader enforcement like this deters systemic abuses, maintains public trust in the program, and reinforces Canada's reputation for ethical labour practices.

View full details: https://jobwatchcanada.com/non-compliant/employer/wildflower-greenhouse-ltd-surrey-bc

Resources:

• Non-Compliant Employers Directory
• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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Tim Hortons 7228 in Prince George, BC (V2L 4S8) is looking for a food counter attendant at $18.25/hr.

Tim Hortons in Prince George, BC is posting a food counter attendant position at $18.25 per hour as a TFW job. It's interesting that they're pursuing a Labour Market Impact Assessment for this role. Does the posting detail what specific recruitment efforts were made to hire locally first? With the TFW designation, one wonders how many Canadians applied versus the justification provided. Please share this with any Canadians you know who might qualify to help get them jobs, and post it to communities on Facebook or X so more can apply.

View posting: https://jobwatchcanada.com/job/49449049

Job Bank ID: 49449049

Resources:

• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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Ace Property Care Inc. in Orangeville, ON (L6T 4T7) is looking for a cleaning and maintenance supervisor at $36.00/hr.

Ace Property Care Inc. in Orangeville, ON is posting a TFW job for a cleaning and maintenance supervisor at $36.00/hr. It's interesting that they're seeking temporary foreign workers for this supervisory role. Does the employer demonstrate a genuine need that couldn't be met locally, as required under LMIA guidelines? How does this fit with the program's aim to prioritize Canadian workers first? If you know Canadians who might qualify, share this with them to help fill the position, and post it to communities on Facebook or X so more can apply.

View posting: https://jobwatchcanada.com/job/49302115

Job Bank ID: 49302115

Resources:

• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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Pizza Pizza #651 in Orangeville, ON (L9W 5G4) is looking for a restaurant assistant manager at $34.00/hr.

Pizza Pizza in Orangeville is posting for a restaurant assistant manager at $34.00/hr as a TFW position. It's interesting that a chain like this seeks a temporary foreign worker for an assistant manager role. Does the posting detail why no local talent was available for this spot? Share this with any Canadians you know who might qualify to help get them in the door, and post it to Facebook or X groups so more folks can apply.

View posting: https://jobwatchcanada.com/job/49247325

Job Bank ID: 49247325

Resources:

• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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New Ideas Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. in Langley, BC (V1M 2X5) is looking for a carpenter at $36.60/hr.

New Ideas Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. in Langley, BC is offering a carpenter position at $36.60 per hour as a TFW posting. It's straightforward work in cabinetry, but one wonders if local carpenters are truly unavailable at this wage. Does the employer provide evidence that no qualified Canadians applied? Share this with any Canadians you know who might qualify to help get them jobs, and post it to Facebook or X communities so more can apply.

View posting: https://jobwatchcanada.com/job/49138210

Job Bank ID: 49138210

Resources:

• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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FOWLER DENTAL in Mississauga, ON (L5K 0A2) is looking for a office manager at $36.00/hr.

Fowler Dental in Mississauga is posting an office manager position at $36.00/hr as a TFW job. It's interesting to see a dental office seeking a temporary foreign worker for this role. Does the employer truly lack qualified Canadian office managers locally, or is there more to the LMIA justification? Share this with any Canadians you know who might qualify to help get them in the door, and post it to Facebook or X communities so more folks can apply.

View posting: https://jobwatchcanada.com/job/49144935

Job Bank ID: 49144935

Resources:

• Explore the LMIA Map
• Learn about the LMIA program
• Report TFW abuse

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