Membership Service Details

Membership Fees

Please note that all memberships purchased within Canada will be at the cost of $800.00 with the exception of applicants in Canada on a visitor’s visa. Applicants wishing to purchase the membership as a visitor will have to pay the $1000.00 fee for “out of the Country” as visitors do not reside in Canada.  Memberships outside of Canada are purchased at $1000.00 per member.  Children in both categories are exempt from paying any fees.

If you require assistance in finding a job

TFWA of Canada can offer direction or leads to employers whom have informed us of a job opening or position they need to fill.  We can help match employers with qualified members if the opportunity presents itself.  Please keep in mind that the TFWA is NOT an employment agency however, we do sub contract to Americanadian Inc for our employment services and assistance.  Americanadian Inc. is a registered and licensed employment agency.

Mullen & Co

Mullen & Co along with Americanadian Inc. will personally assist in the handling of all LMO applications and build connections with the employer wishing to hire you.  The necessary information will be gathered and correctly completed on your behalf as a member.

We are here to assist you in many ways for the next two years!

Your TFWA of Canada membership card has limitations

Within your membership term, credit limits have been set.  If you reach these limits within the two year term or if your membership expires, you may purchase another membership for an additional two year term if your requirements have not yet been met.  Please contact the TFWA immediately if your card is ever lost or stolen.

Legal fees are funded by the TFWA on your behalf.  (Some cases exempt) As a member of the TFWA of Canada, our society will handle your immigration case.  You will have direct communication with our law firm to assist you in handling issues such as:

Permanent Residence:

• Skilled Workers
• Entrepreneurs
• Humanitarian & Compassionate Grounds
• Live-In Caregiver
• Open Visas
• Investors
• Self-Employed
• Family Class / Sponsorships
• Spousal

Temporary Admission

• Work Permits (Canadian)
• U.S. Work Permits
• NAFTA Professionals (TN Visas)
• Intra-Corporate Transfers (L1 Visas)
• Other Work Permits
• Business Visitors
• NAFTA Professionals
• Intra-Corporate Transfers
• HRSDC Job Validations
• Other Work Permits
• Business Visitors
• Study Permits
• Temporary Resident Visas
• Temporary Resident Permit

Legal counselling is available

Legal counsel is also available from the following firms:

• Peterson Mullen & Co                           Calgary, Alberta
• David Willson LLB (Defence Lawyer)   Edmonton, Alberta
• Foster Quan LLP (U.S.A Immigration)  Houston, Texas
• Bennett Jones - Kevin L. Zemp L.L.B   Calgary, Alberta

Counselling will be provided.

Housing (rent & utilities)

TFWA will assess your situation to determine if you are qualified for aid.

Healthcare

Alberta Health Care is free within Alberta.  The TFWA has joined with "Financial Lifestyle Services"  They offer Financial Protection for you and your family.  Financial protection for dental coverage.  They can assist you in setting up the bank account that is right for you preparing you now for the future.  They also provide life insurance, disability, critical illness, and health insurance.  TFWA will make your first payment for any (one)of the packages you choose, free of charge as well.  Please contact Gil Mangubat @ 403-919-3571 or contact the TFWA member liaison manager. You can find out more about FLS by visiting their website.

Transportation

TFWA must assess your situation and determine if you are eligible for assistance.  Bus passes given to from TFWA is our form of assistance for within Canada.

Necessities (food, clothing ect...)

TFWA will assess your situation to determine if you are qualified for any necessities. Gift cards from your local grocery stores are given to you.

Health and Wellness

TFWA subcontracts to Nikken for external health and wellness aid.  These natural healing resources are available for those whom are awaiting health care to begin while in Canada. 

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TFWA subcontracts to Cleopatra’s Beauty Salon to help you look your best when going into an interview or important meeting. 

Psychological & Other forms of Counselling

TFWA will assess your situation to determine if you are qualified for any necessities.

Employers

TFWA will cover the costs of all employers’ fees towards skilled/unskilled workers and caregivers. 

Long Distance Charges

TFWA will cover the costs of long distance charges within the TFWA only for assisting you with “out of Country” needs such as:

• Contacting you by phone to aid and assist you with a concern
• Any and all faxing received by your employer while overseas
• Any and all courier services within Canada and overseas
• Local courier services for necessary documentation in a time sensitive manner

When making a claim to the TFWA of Canada for services, you must book an appointment or send us your concern via email.  Your claim will be assessed by all directors and a response will be given to you within 48 hours of your claim.  All decisions will be made final.  If the response is unsatisfactory to you, you may place another claim into the TFWA explaining why you do not agree with the decision.  At that time, another assessment will be made along with a personal interview in the TFWA’s main office.  All cases will be handled with priority, equally and with the utmost respect.