Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program

The Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP) is an organized system that allows temporary foreign workers, primarily from countries like Mexico and the Caribbean, to work on Canadian farms during peak planting and harvesting seasons. It helps Canadian farmers meet labor shortages while providing workers with employment opportunities. Participants typically work for a set period, often several months, and are provided with specific protections, conditions, and rights under Canadian regulations. The program aims to support the agricultural sector’s needs while offering workers a legal, structured, and fair employment experience.