Finding a job in Canada is one thing—finding an employer that actively sponsors foreign workers for work visas is another. With labor shortages growing in key industries, several Canadian companies are now consistently hiring international talent and offering full visa sponsorship, including help with LMIA applications, relocation support, and long-term opportunities for permanent residency.
In this article, we highlight 7 real Canadian employers across different sectors that regularly recruit from abroad, with information on how to contact or apply to each one.
1. Maple Leaf Foods (Meat Processing & Food Manufacturing)
Industry: Agri-food / Meat production
Locations: Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta
Why they sponsor:
Maple Leaf Foods is one of Canada’s largest food companies and frequently hires meat cutters, production workers, and butchers through the Agri-Food Pilot and the TFWP.
Visa Options:
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Agri-Food Immigration Pilot
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LMIA-based TFWP
Website: https://www.mapleleaffoods.com/careers
Email/Contact: Use the website application portal or email HR at [email protected]
2. JBS Food Canada (Industrial Butchery & Processing)
Industry: Meat processing
Location: Brooks, Alberta
Why they sponsor:
JBS regularly recruits foreign workers, especially for its Alberta plant, offering relocation and visa support. This employer is well known in LMIA databases.
Visa Options:
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TFWP
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Agri-Food Pilot
Website: https://www.jbssa.com/careers
Email/Contact: [email protected]
3. P&H Milling Group (Parrish & Heimbecker)
Industry: Agriculture & grain processing
Locations: Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan
Why they sponsor:
P&H supports global recruitment through seasonal and long-term contracts for farm workers, mill operators, and logistics roles.
Visa Options:
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Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP)
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TFWP Agricultural Stream
Website: https://parrishandheimbecker.com/join-our-team
Email/Contact: [email protected]
4. Tim Hortons (Franchise Locations Across Canada)
Industry: Food service / Hospitality
Locations: Nationwide (especially Alberta, Ontario, Atlantic provinces)
Why they sponsor:
Many Tim Hortons franchisees participate in the LMIA process to sponsor food service workers like bakers, counter staff, and supervisors.
Visa Options:
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LMIA-based TFWP
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PNP (via employer-driven streams)
Website: https://careers.timhortons.ca
Email/Contact: Varies by location—apply through individual job postings or ask local HR about LMIA availability.
5. Magna International (Automotive Manufacturing & Engineering)
Industry: Automotive components
Locations: Ontario, Alberta, Quebec
Why they sponsor:
Magna is a global leader in vehicle parts and hires foreign workers for manufacturing, welding, assembly, and engineering roles.
Visa Options:
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TFWP with LMIA
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Global Talent Stream (tech and engineering roles)
Website: https://www.magna.com/company/careers
Email/Contact: [email protected]
6. Regis Corporation (Hair Stylists & Salon Staff)
Industry: Beauty / Personal care services
Locations: Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia
Why they sponsor:
Regis, the parent company of Supercuts and other salons, hires foreign hairstylists and salon professionals under LMIA-based permits.
Visa Options:
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LMIA for skilled trades
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Pathways to PR under NOC TEER 3 programs
Website: https://www.regiscorp.com/careers
Email/Contact: Varies by province—use the online job listings to apply directly.
7. Olymel (Food Processing & Packaging)
Industry: Meat and food processing
Locations: Quebec, Alberta
Why they sponsor:
Olymel consistently recruits international workers for factory and processing roles. Many job offers are bundled with housing and onboarding help.
Visa Options:
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TFWP
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Agri-Food Pilot
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Quebec Skilled Worker Program (if French is spoken)
Website: https://www.olymel.ca/en/careers
Email/Contact: [email protected]
Final Tips for Applying to Canadian Visa-Sponsoring Employers
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Focus on sectors with high labor shortages: agriculture, food processing, hospitality, and skilled trades
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Prepare a Canadian-style resume and emphasize work ethic, flexibility, and readiness to relocate
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Do not pay any agency for a job offer—real visa sponsorship is paid by the employer
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Follow up directly with HR via email if the company allows international applications
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Once hired, make sure the employer applies for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) on your behalf
Final Thoughts
Getting a job in Canada with visa sponsorship is 100% possible if you focus on the right industries and trusted employers. The companies listed here are actively hiring foreign workers and have a history of supporting their visa processes.
Your next step? Prepare your application, tailor your resume, and start reaching out directly. Thousands of newcomers have made it to Canada through these employers—and you can too.