Global Talent Stream (GTS)
This stream allows Canadian companies/employers to expedite the hiring of foreign workers to fill specialized occupations when Canadians are not available for specific positions. The Global Talent Stream encourages employers to commit to “Increase Diversity in the Workplace” through their Labour Market Benefit Plan.” There are two categories (Category A & Category B) under this stream.
You may be eligible for Category A of the Global Talent Stream if you’ve been referred to the Global Talent Stream by 1 of the stream’s designated partners and if you’re hiring an individual with unique and specialized talent.
Note that if the requested occupation is included on the Global Talent Occupations List, it’ll be processed as a Category B application and must meet Category B requirements.
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You may be eligible for Category B of the Global Talent Stream if you’re seeking to hire highly-skilled foreign workers to fill positions in in-demand occupations found on the Global Talent Occupations List. A referral isn’t required to be eligible for Category B.