Canada is ready to welcome skilled workers from Nigeria who match the skills needed to grow its economy.

Major multinational companies use this opportunity to expand their global hiring and address labour shortages in key sectors such as technology, finance, and engineering.

Over the years, several leading Canadian employers have been actively known for sponsoring foreign talent through work permit pathways.

Below are five major Canadian companies that are ready to hire and sponsor foreign workers, including skilled professionals from Nigeria, as revealed by Dr Addy Olubamiji.

1. Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)

Canada’s largest bank remains one of the most consistent sponsors of foreign professionals, particularly in its technology and risk divisions.

Common sponsored roles include:

1. Software engineers and developers

2. Cybersecurity analysts

3. Data scientists

4. Risk and compliance specialists

5. Cloud infrastructure engineers

Industry observers note that RBC’s technology arm is a key entry point for international applicants with hybrid finance and tech skills.

2. Amazon Canada

Amazon’s Canadian operations are part of its global talent network, making it one of the most active recruiters of foreign skilled workers.

Key roles often sponsored:

1. Software development engineers

2. Data engineers

3. Data scientists

4. Cloud and systems engineers

Its scale and continuous expansion in Canada have made it a major employer for internationally trained tech professionals.

3. Deloitte Canada

As part of the global Big Four network, Deloitte Canada regularly hires international professionals, particularly in consulting and technology services.

Roles commonly linked to sponsorship:

1. Technology consultants

2. Cloud specialists

3. Cybersecurity experts

4. Risk advisory professionals

The firm’s global mobility structure allows it to transfer and hire talent across borders more easily than many competitors.

4. Shopify

Headquartered in Canada, Shopify is a leading e-commerce technology company known for hiring global talent in engineering and product development.

Typical sponsored roles include:

1. Software engineers

2. Product managers

3. Data scientists

4. UX/UI designers

The company’s remote-friendly structure has also widened access for international applicants, including Nigerians in tech.

5. Magna International

Magna International, Canada’s largest automotive parts manufacturer, is a major employer in engineering and manufacturing.

Roles often associated with sponsorship:

1. Mechanical engineers

2. Electrical engineers

3. Industrial engineers

4. Manufacturing and process engineers

With operations across North America, Magna continues to recruit skilled technical workers to support its production and innovation needs.