Employer-Specific Work Permit – Francophone Mobility in Canada
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Employer-Specific Work Permit – Francophone Mobility in Canada
Canada
actively encourages French-speaking workers to settle and contribute to
communities outside of Quebec. Through the Francophone Mobility program,
eligible foreign workers can apply for an Employer-Specific Work Permit without the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
What
is Francophone Mobility?
The Francophone
Mobility program is part of Canada’s effort to promote French language and
culture in minority communities outside Quebec. It allows Canadian employers to
hire French-speaking skilled workers more easily. Workers under this program
receive an employer-specific work permit, meaning they can only work for
the employer listed on their permit.
Who
is Eligible?
Applicants
may qualify if they:
- Are able to communicate
in French at an advanced level (speaking and listening, equivalent to
CLB/NCLC 7 or higher).
- Receive a valid job
offer in a TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 occupation under the National
Occupational Classification (NOC).
- Plan to work outside the province of Quebec.
Employer
Requirements
Employers
hiring through Francophone Mobility must:
- Submit an offer of
employment through the IRCC Employer Portal.
- Pay the employer
compliance fee.
- Ensure the job offer
meets Canadian wage and labour standards.
Because
the program is LMIA-exempt, employers do not need to go through the
time-consuming LMIA process.
Benefits
of Francophone Mobility
- No LMIA required – simplified process.
- Supports French-speaking
communities outside Quebec.
- Faster hiring for Canadian employers
in need of skilled workers.
- Pathway to permanent residency: Workers can later qualify for Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), especially under French-speaking streams.
Why
Legal Guidance Matters
While
the program is flexible, proving French proficiency and meeting NOC
requirements can be challenging. Our law firm helps employers and workers
prepare strong applications, ensuring compliance with program rules and
increasing approval success.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The program is specifically for French-speaking workers outside Quebec to support minority Francophone communities.
The permit is usually valid for the duration of the job offer, often one to three years, and can be renewed if eligibility continues.
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