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Manitoba Trusted Employer Program Proposal Signals Major Shift in Immigration and Worker Protection

Release Date: 2025-12-29
Media: ImmigCanada
Summary: In Manitoba, Canada, a proposal by the Manitoba Trucking Association to introduce a Trusted Employer Program within immigration pathways has drawn national attention. The aim is to address ongoing labour shortages while strengthening worker protection and employer accountability, particularly in the trucking industry, which relies heavily on foreign drivers.

Under the proposal, employers would need to prove compliance with labour laws, fair employment practices, and real operational capacity before being allowed to hire foreign workers. This includes demonstrating a match between trucks and drivers and supporting newcomers with essentials such as driver’s licences and social insurance numbers. Independent audits and certification would ensure only employers with clean labour records can access foreign worker programs.

Worker protection is central to the proposal, responding to concerns about labour trafficking, payroll underreporting, and worker mistreatment uncovered in recent audits. By requiring prior certification, the system aims to reduce abuse and ensure foreign workers enter stable and lawful workplaces from the outset.

If implemented, certified employers would submit proof of their status with immigration applications, allowing faster and more reliable processing. The proposal aligns with recent federal policy shifts toward stricter enforcement and a “quality over quantity” approach in labour migration.

For foreign workers, the program would provide greater safety and predictability; for employers, it would reward compliance; and for Canada, it could strengthen public confidence in immigration systems. The Manitoba Trusted Employer Program may ultimately serve as a model for sector-specific immigration reforms across the country.
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