Non-compliant employers
Employers the Government of Canada found breaking Temporary Foreign Worker Program rules, with the penalty and hiring ban each one received.
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About this data
ESDC's list of non-compliant employersWhat counts as non-compliance
Non-compliant employers are those who have been found to violate the conditions of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. This can include failing to provide proper working conditions, wages, or accommodation as required by their Labour Market Impact Assessment.
Common violations
- Failure to pay agreed wages
- Inadequate working or living conditions
- Charging illegal fees to workers
- Not providing benefits as promised
Consequence types
- Monetary penalties
- Suspension from TFW program
- Requirement to correct violations
- Enhanced monitoring requirements
Reason codes
Each violation is assigned specific reason codes that correspond to different types of non-compliance with program requirements.
Important notes
- Penalties and decisions may be under appeal
- Some employers may have resolved their compliance issues
- Violation dates reflect final decision dates
- Not all violations result in monetary penalties
Known limitations
- Appeal status not always reflected immediately
- Some addresses may lack precise geocoding
- Historical data availability varies
- Penalty amounts may not include all costs
Data source
This data is sourced from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) through their publicly available list of non-compliant employers. The data is updated daily through automated scraping to ensure current information.
Before you rely on it
This information is provided for transparency and educational purposes. Before making business decisions based on this data, please verify current compliance status directly with Employment and Social Development Canada or legal counsel.
Data Disclaimer
All government and business data is sourced from official databases and public records. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, the complexity of these data systems may result in occasional errors. Our goal is to make this information more accessible and transparent. If you notice any inaccuracies or have feedback, please contact us - we value your input and will work promptly to address any issues.