Global Talent Stream: Get the Canadian Work Permit
Canada Work Permit: Global Talent Stream
Introduction: The Global Talent Stream is a program under Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program that aims to attract skilled workers and help high-growth companies quickly fill talent gaps. Launched on June 12, 2017, and subsequently adopted by Quebec on September 11, 2017, the Global Talent Stream has been instrumental in reducing processing times for work permits and visa applications. Originally set to expire on February 28, 2023, the program has recently been extended for an additional two years until February 28, 2025, in response to labor shortages during Canada’s economic expansion.
Streamlining the Process:
One of the primary objectives of the Global Talent Stream is to expedite the processing of work permits and visa applications for highly skilled workers. Previously, these applications could take up to six months, but under the program, eligible applicants can expect their applications to be processed within just 10 business days. This significantly reduces the waiting time for foreign nationals eager to work in Canada.
Labor Market Benefits Plan
To qualify for the Global Talent Stream, registered employers must commit to creating jobs for Canadians and transferring knowledge to Canadian workers. This commitment is formalized through a Labor Market Benefits Plan, which outlines how hiring foreign workers will benefit the Canadian workforce. The plan includes mandatory benefits such as job creation and increasing skills and training investments for Canadians, as well as complementary benefits like knowledge transfer, enhanced company performance, and implementing best practices as an employer.
Normally, an LMIA application takes months to prepare, submit, and process. With the Global Talent Stream, many steps to the LMIA application are removed and the processing time is much faster. This allows Canadian employers to remain competitive in the global market, quickly bringing in talent to fill labour market needs
Key Elements of the Global Talent Stream
Two-week processing: Highly skilled workers can expect their work permit applications and, when applicable, visa applications to be processed within two weeks.
Dedicated service for job-creating investments: Companies making significant job-creating investments in Canada receive dedicated service to expedite their applications.
Exemption for short-term work and academic stays: The Global Talent Stream removes the work permit requirement for short-term highly skilled work (30 days or less in a 12-month period) and brief academic stays.
Companies applying for workers through the Global Talent Stream will have access to the new streamlined application process that will provide:
Client-focused service to help guide eligible employers through the application process and the development of the Labour Market Benefits Plan, with a service standard of 10 business days.
Eligibility for workers to have their work permit applications processed in 10 business days
The Category A is for employers who are referred by designated partners of the Global Talent Stream and who are hiring unique and specialised talent. While, the category B is for employers who are hiring for positions on the Global Talent Occupations List.
List of designated partners for referral to Category A of the Global Talent Stream
The Global Talent Stream has designated referral partners that can refer eligible Canadian companies for Category A. These partners vouch for the legitimacy and eligibility of these companies. Here is a list of the designated referral partners and eligibility for Category A.
The list of designated referral partners for the Global Talent Stream includes the following organizations (as of December 2021):
Pan-Canadian
Business Development Bank of Canada
Council of Canadian Innovators
Global Affairs Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada – Accelerated Growth Service
Invest in Canada
National Research Council – Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP)
Privy Council Office, Special Projects Team
TECHNATION
The Atlantic Region
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (multiple locations across the region)
New Brunswick
Ignite Fredericton
Venn Innovation
Government of New Brunswick – Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Cape Breton Partnership
Government of Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Business Inc.
Halifax Partnership
Prince Edward Island
Government of Prince Edward Island, Island Investment Development Inc.
Central Canada
Ontario
Burlington Economic Development Corporation
Invest Brampton
Invest in Hamilton
City of Mississauga
Communitech Corporation
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Government of Ontario, Labour, Training and Skills Development – Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation, and Trade – Ontario Investment Office
Invest Ottawa
Kingston Economic Development Corporation
London Economic Development Corporation
MaRS Discovery District
Regional Municipality of Niagara
York Region
Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership
Toronto Business Development Centre
Toronto Global
Town of Oakville
Waterloo Region Economic Development Corporation
Invest Windsor Essex
Quebec
Canadian Economic Development for Quebec Regions
For other designated referral partners located in Quebec for the Global Talent Stream, consult the MIFI website (French only).
Western Canada
Alberta
Calgary Economic Development
Edmonton Metropolitan Region Economic Development Company also known as Edmonton Global
Government of Alberta, Alberta Labour and Immigration
British Columbia
Accelerate Okanagan
BC Tech Association
Government of British Columbia, Ministry Municipal Affairs
Kootenay Association for Science & Technology
Launch Academy
Metro Vancouver Regional District/Invest Vancouver
Vancouver Economic Commission
Venture Kamloops
Manitoba
Economic Development Winnipeg
Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Education and Training
Tech Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Immigration and Career Training
Employers should note that applications to Category A cannot be processed until ESDC has confirmed that a designated referral partner has submitted a referral vouching for the employer’s legitimacy and eligibility for Category A of the stream.
Global Talent Stream Category B
The Category B of the Global Talent Stream is the In-Demand Occupation category. Below are the list of Jobs available under the category B.
Global Talent Occupations List
NOC 2021 Code
Occupation
Minimum Wage Requirement (annual)
Minimum Wage Requirement (hourly)
20012
Computer and information systems managers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21300
Civil engineers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21310
Electrical and electronics engineers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21330
Mining engineers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21390
Aerospace engineers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21311
Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers)
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
Sub-set of 21210*
Mathematicians and statisticians
* Positions for actuaries or related occupations are excluded from this subset.
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21220
Cybersecurity specialists
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21221
Business system specialists
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21222
Information systems specialists
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21233
Web designers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21211
Data scientists
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21223
Database analysts and data administrators
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21231
Software engineers and designers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21230
Computer programmers and interactive media developers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21232
Software developers and programmers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21233
Web designers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
21234
Web developers and programmers
Prevailing wage
Prevailing wage
22310
Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians
$86,000 or higher prevailing wage (Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
$41.35 or higher prevailing wage (Note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
22220
Computer network technicians
$82,000 or higher prevailing wage
(Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
$39.42 or higher prevailing wage
(Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
22220
Computer network and web technicians
$85,000 or higher prevailing wage
(Kindly note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
$40.87 or higher prevailing wage
(Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
22222
Information systems testing technicians
$85,000 or higher prevailing wage
(Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
$41.03 or higher prevailing wage
(Kindly note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
Sub-set of 51120
Producer, technical, creative and artistic director and project manager – Visual effects and video game (The position requires 3+ years of experience in the visual effects, video game and/or animation industries)
$85,000 or higher prevailing wage
(Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
$40.87 or higher prevailing wage
(Kindly note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
Sub-set of 52120
Digital media designers (The position requires 3+ years of job experience in at least one of the following digital media design skills: 3D modeling, compositing, paint and roto, layout and match move, digital environment and Matte painting, texture, lighting shading, character effects, effects and simulations, design and scenario, rigging, user interface or user experience, responsive design (for gaming), virtual reality, augmented reality, digital media animation, levels editing for digital media design, software editing for digital media design, pipeline software development or applications relevant for digital media design)
$80,000 or higher prevailing wage
(Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
$38.46 or higher prevailing wage
(Please note Quebec has unique wage requirements)
Eligibility and Requirements
The Global Talent Stream is divided into two categories: Category A and Category B. Category A requires employers to be referred by designated partners, while Category B covers specific occupations.
To be eligible for Category A of the Global Talent Stream, a designated referral partner must validate that a company meets the following eligibility criteria at the time of each referral to ESDC:
Operating in Canada: The company must be currently operating in Canada.
Focus on Innovation: The company should have a focus on innovation, demonstrating its commitment to developing or utilizing new technologies, processes, or business practices.
Growth or Scaling Up: The company must show a willingness and capability to grow or scale up its operations, indicating its potential for expansion and contribution to the Canadian economy.
Unique and Specialized Position: The company must be seeking to fill a unique and specialized position within its organization.
Qualified Foreign Worker: The company should have identified a qualified foreign worker who has the potential to be hired into the unique and specialized position.
A unique and specialized position is indicated by the following criteria:
Minimum Salary: The position must offer a wage of at least $38.46 per hour ($80,000 annual base salary), or equivalent to the prevailing wage for the occupation if it is higher. The employer must provide both the hourly wage rate and annual base salary at a minimum.
Advanced Knowledge: The position requires advanced knowledge of the industry, showcasing a high level of expertise in a particular field or domain.
Advanced Degree or Experience: The position typically requires an advanced degree in an area of specialization relevant to the employer’s needs, or a minimum of five years of experience in the specialized field.
Processing fee
You must pay $1,000 for each position requested under the Global Talent Stream to cover the cost of processing your application.
How to Get Started
To find out whether you qualify for the Global Talent Stream employment interested candidates should reach out to us at inquiries@haventravelandtour.com. Let our competent and experienced immigration professionals handle your application and increase your chances of approval. With persistence and determination, you can make your Canadian dream a reality.
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