Truck Drivers — Canada Visa Sponsorship
Primary route: LMIA Work Permit
Why Truck Drivers matter in Canada
Canada has an acute truck driver shortage; Transport Truck Driver (NOC 73300) is on the Express Entry list and has dedicated LMIA streams. Many employers sponsor overseas drivers willing to get Canadian licensing.
Visa rules overview
Most common path: Canadian employer posts a job, gets a positive LMIA, worker applies for LMIA-based work permit. After 1 year of Canadian work experience, eligible for Canadian Experience Class PR stream.
Available routes:
- LMIA Work Permit
- Express Entry (Federal Skilled Trades)
- Provincial Nominee Program
Top Canadian sponsors for Truck Drivers
- Bison Transport
- TFI International
- Day & Ross
- Loblaw Companies (supply chain)
Common hiring cities: Toronto, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton
Canadian certification requirements
Class 1 / AZ driver's license — obtained in Canada or transferred from eligible jurisdictions
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a Canada visa as a Truck Driver?
Most common path: Canadian employer posts a job, gets a positive LMIA, worker applies for LMIA-based work permit. After 1 year of Canadian work experience, eligible for Canadian Experience Class PR stream.
Which companies sponsor Truck Drivers?
Bison Transport, TFI International, Day & Ross, Loblaw Companies (supply chain) — plus smaller and regional employers not listed.
What salary should I expect?
Typical range: CAD 55,000 – 95,000 CAD. Salaries trend higher at large-cap tech, finance, and consulting employers.
Do I need local certification?
Class 1 / AZ driver's license — obtained in Canada or transferred from eligible jurisdictions