Canada continues to recruit foreign truck drivers through the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) work permit program, but the process has strict requirements. Here’s what you need to know:
✅ Who Qualifies?
1. Valid U.S. B1/B2 Visa (90% of Canadian trucking jobs involve crossborder freight)
2. IELTS English Test (Minimum 4.5 score required)
3. 2+ Years of Real Trucking Experience (Not Uber, delivery vans, or military vehicles—must be Class 1/AZ driving)
4. Proof of Experience (Videos of you driving a tractortrailer help)
❌ Who Gets Rejected?
- No B1/B2 visa
- Low IELTS score (<4.5)
- Fake experience (Canada verifies pay stubs & references)
- Previous Canadian visa denials (reapplying rarely works)
⚠️ Beware of Scams!
- Fake job offers (Some fraudsters impersonate real companies)
- Pay-for-LMIA schemes (Never pay for a job offer—it’s illegal)
- Dishonest consultants (Only use licensed RCICs or lawyers)
🚛 Companies Hiring Foreign Truck Drivers (2025)
Many large Canadian carriers recruit internationally, especially in New Brunswick & Nova Scotia (easier LMIA approvals). Some top options:
- ET Transport (Crossborder, Ontario/NBbased)
- Bison Transport
- TFI International
- Day & Ross
⏳ Process & Timeline
1. Find a Sponsor (Company with approved LMIA)
2. LMIA Approval (~4 weeks if preapproved)
3. Work Permit Application (~36 months processing)
4. Arrival in Canada (Must pass road test for license conversion)
💡 Pro Tips
- Improve English (Higher IELTS = Better chances)
- Get Real Experience (Canada checks work history strictly)
- Avoid Fraud (Only deal directly with employers)
🔹 Need help? Consult a licensed immigration professional before applying.
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