Learn how the Canada Tech Talent Strategy 2026 could reshape options for U.S. HR teams managing H-1B employees. This HR guide explains eligibility, potential program expansion, and how to prepare for Canada’s upcoming open work permit opportunities.

Thinking about moving talent to Canada? This guide breaks down Canada work permits for US employers by company setup (with/without a Canadian entity), shows realistic GTS/ICT timelines, and lists the steps HR can use for workforce planning and leadership updates.

A plain-language canada work permit hr guide to choose between ICT and CUSMA, and when GSS two-week processing applies. Includes fast yes/no screens, a reality check that CUSMA’s CSA rarely fits hands-on software engineers, and copy-paste steps and manager scripts to set expectations and timelines.

Canada’s 2025 immigration cuts are reshaping how HR teams hire and retain foreign talent. With lower PR targets, higher Express Entry scores, and longer timelines, employers must adjust workforce planning strategies. Here’s what HR and mobility teams need to know now.