There are currently hundreds of job openings in Canada that mention visa sponsorship (often through a Labour Market Impact Assessment – LMIA for work permits, or pathways like Provincial Nominee Programs – PNP).
As of February 2026, listings show around 200-300+ across major platforms like Glassdoor (about 296-300) and Indeed (200+), depending on search filters.
These include roles in hospitality, agriculture/farming, healthcare (e.g., nurses, caregivers), warehousing, housekeeping, driving, and some skilled positions like accounting or engineering.
“Visa sponsorship” in Canada typically means the employer is willing to support a temporary work permit (often requiring LMIA approval to prove no Canadian is available for the job).
It’s less common for high-skilled roles (which may use intra-company transfers or Express Entry instead), but more frequent in lower-skilled or in-demand sectors facing labor shortages.
Key Job Sites to Search for Visa Sponsorship Jobs.
The most reliable and up-to-date sources include:
- Government of Canada Job Bank (jobbank.gc.ca): The official site. Use the foreign candidates section and filter for jobs open to international applicants (look for the “open to foreign candidates” flag). This is the safest place to avoid scams.
- Indeed.ca: Search for “visa sponsorship”, “sponsorship visa”, or “LMIA visa sponsorship”. Recent listings show 200+ results, including roles like chicken catcher, housekeeper, warehouse assistant, and farm laborer.
- LinkedIn.ca: Search “visa sponsorship” in Canada—great for networking and seeing company profiles.
- Glassdoor.ca: Around 290-300 visa sponsorship jobs listed, with company ratings and salary info. Common in hospitality, care, and trades.
- Specialized sites like visasponsor.jobs (aggregates verified sponsored listings).
Other tips: Search keywords like “LMIA available”, “TFWP” (Temporary Foreign Worker Program), or specific roles + “visa sponsorship”. Provinces like Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Nova Scotia often have more openings due to labor needs.
Common Job Types with Sponsorship.
- Hospitality & Tourism: Housekeepers, cooks, hotel staff (e.g., in resorts like Jasper or Fernie).
- Agriculture & Farming: Farm laborers, poultry workers.
- Healthcare: Caregivers, nurses (especially in provinces like Ontario or Nova Scotia).
- Trades & Labor: Warehouse, drivers, construction helpers.
- Other: Food service, cleaning, some office roles.
How to Apply for a Work Permit (Visa) to Canada.
Once you secure a job offer with visa sponsorship (usually requiring an LMIA), the process for applying for a Canadian work permit (often called a work visa) is handled by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Most applications are submitted online from outside Canada.
- Secure a job offer and LMIA: Your Canadian employer obtains a positive LMIA (proving no Canadian worker is available) and provides you with the LMIA approval letter (including the LMIA number) plus a detailed job offer letter.
- Gather required documents: These typically include a valid passport, recent passport-style photos, the LMIA approval letter and job offer, completed application form (e.g., IMM 1295 for applications outside Canada), proof of qualifications/experience, language test results (if required), police certificates, medical exam results (for certain jobs/countries), and proof of funds.
- Apply online: Create an IRCC account, answer eligibility questions, complete the application, upload documents, pay fees (around CAD $155 for the work permit + biometrics if needed), and submit. Apply via the official canada.ca site.
- Provide biometrics: Book an appointment at a Visa Application Centre (VAC) if required (fingerprints and photo).
- Wait for processing: Processing times vary (often weeks to months; faster for some priority occupations in 2026). If approved, you’ll get a letter to present at the border/port of entry for the actual work permit issuance.
Always use the official IRCC website (canada.ca) for forms, guides, and updates—policies can change. Be cautious of scams: Legitimate employers and processes never require upfront fees for LMIA or sponsorship.
How to Apply and Increase Your Chances.
Tailor your resume to Canadian format (focus on skills, use keywords from the job posting). Check if your occupation requires certification/licensing in Canada.
Apply directly via the sites above—many allow easy applications. Network on LinkedIn and follow immigration updates on canada.ca.
Good luck—many people successfully secure these opportunities every year! If you share your field/skills/experience, I can help narrow it down further.
