In the wake of Quebec’s recent decision to suspend the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) in Montreal, social media in Toronto is buzzing with calls for similar action. Ontario residents are urging Premier Doug Ford and local government officials to follow suit, citing concerns about job availability for Canadians. The debate has intensified following Quebec’s six-month pause on processing applications for jobs paying below $27.47 per hour in the greater Montreal area. As Torontonians voice their opinions online, the discussion highlights the complex balance between addressing labour shortages and protecting domestic job opportunities, particularly in retail and food service sectors.
