https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/temporary-foreign-workers-employers-approval-1.6870253
The trend isn't confined to the Bow Valley or even to Alberta. The federal government has temporarily eased limits on how many temporary foreign workers a business can hire in low-wage positions, and employers across Canada have increasingly made use of the program.
I hate that companies use the option of paying temp foreign workers low wages instead of gov'ts raising minimum wages across the board. It all just seems so damn dystopian. :(
From the article
A Canadian, or a New Zealander on a working holiday visa, who takes a housekeeping job in Banff could quit their job at any time if they get a better offer elsewhere.
But temporary foreign workers have work permits that are tied to a specific employer. While they can change jobs in Canada, they would need a new work permit and an offer from another employer that has already received permission to hire a temporary foreign worker.
Damn.