Services for Workers
TNO staff and partners provide comprehensive support to temporary foreign workers across Ontario. Learn more about our free and confidential services here.
Services for Employers
Strengthen your workforce by partnering with TNO WSS for guidance and best practices in supporting the well-being and success of temporary foreign workers.
Program Information
Worker Support Services (WSS) is a dedicated program designed to assist temporary foreign workers in Ontario. Our mission is to provide essential resources, services, and support to help workers adapt to life in Canada and succeed in their new environment.
Who is Eligible?
Eligible participants for the Worker Support Services program are persons with valid work-permits from the Government of Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program. This includes workers from the agricultural, tourism and hospitality, food and beverage, and construction sectors. Businesses who employ these category of temporary foreign workers are also eligible for support services from the WSS program.
This new program provides support to temporary foreign workers in partnership with agencies across Ontario by:
Helping migrant workers to access accurate information and available services and supports including health, legal, and social services in their communities.
Increasing education and empowering migrant workers to exercise their rights and responsibilities while living and working in Canada.
Supporting increased social, civic engagement and participation of migrant workers in their communities.
Get in Touch with Our Team
We're here to help! If you have any questions, concerns, or need assistance related to our services, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at TNO Worker Support Services. We're dedicated to supporting temporary foreign workers and employers in Ontario.
The Worker Support Services (WSS) Steering Committee is a dedicated group of professionals committed to guiding and supporting the WSS program. The committee ensures the program’s goals and objectives are met and that the services provided are effective and responsive to the needs of temporary foreign workers and their employers. The Steering Committee is responsible for program governance, planning, and strategic decision-making.
The WSS Steering Committee meets on a monthly basis to discuss program updates, review progress, and address any emerging issues or concerns. The meetings are typically held online, via Teams teleconference. We work to foster a collaborative and supportive environment, where members share their knowledge, experiences, and ideas for program improvement.
Collaborating with Leading Institutions to Improve Migrant Workers' Lives
At TNO – The Neighbourhood Organization, we firmly believe that informed decision-making is key to creating lasting, meaningful change. Our academic research partners are essential in helping us gain a deeper understanding of the issues that affect migrant workers in Ontario. By collaborating with leading universities and research institutions, we work together to produce studies that inform our programs and services, drive policy changes, and raise public awareness.
Our research partnerships focus on a range of topics that are crucial to the well-being of migrant workers in Ontario. Some of these focus areas include:
Health and safety in the workplace.
Access to social services and community support.
Legal rights and protections for migrant workers.
Integration and settlement challenges.
Policy recommendations for improving the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.
Bridging services gaps for temporary foreign workers in Canada.
Are you a researcher or academic institution interested in partnering with us to advance our understanding of issues affecting migrant workers in Ontario? We invite you to get in touch with us to explore potential collaboration opportunities. Please contact our Program Manager at jrajasekar@tno-toronto.org for more information.
Community Partners
Collaborating with Leading Institutions to Improve Migrant Workers' Lives
Meet The Team
Meet the passionate individuals who make up the Worker Support Services Team. Each member brings their own unique languages, skills, and expertise to support temporary foreign workers in Ontario.
Documents
Freedom of Movement (English) - Government of Canada
Libertad de Movimiento Español - Gobierno de Canada
Temporary Foreign Workers: Your Rights are Protected - Government of Canada
Trabajadores Extranjeros Temporales: sus derechos están protegidos
Social Insurance Number (SIN) for Newcomers - Service Canada
Agricultural Workers Tip Sheet (English) - Government of Ontario
Contact Us
Have any questions or need assistance?
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