Charges have been laid against Regina employer Escalade Transportation Inc. and Hafiz Tariq Ayub for three violations under Saskatchewan's Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act, 2013. This legislation aims to protect foreign nationals working in the province from unfair practices, fees, and exploitation by recruiters and employers.
The Saskatchewan Government News announced that these charges were filed following an investigation. The specific violations cited under the Act include engaging in the business of recruiting foreign workers without a license, failing to provide a written contract to foreign workers, and recovering recruitment costs from foreign workers. These actions are contrary to the provisions set out in the provincial legislation designed to ensure ethical recruitment and employment practices.
The Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act, 2013, governs the activities of individuals and companies involved in recruiting foreign nationals for employment in Saskatchewan. Its primary objective is to safeguard foreign workers' rights and well-being, ensuring they are treated fairly and not subjected to exploitation. The Act mandates that recruiters obtain a license and outlines clear rules regarding contracts and prohibited fees.
Investigations under this Act are initiated to address alleged non-compliance and protect vulnerable foreign workers. The laying of charges signifies a formal legal process beginning against the accused parties, Escalade Transportation Inc. and Hafiz Tariq Ayub, pertaining to their recruitment and employment practices. Further details regarding the legal proceedings will be available as the case progresses through the justice system.
Source: Saskatchewan Government News (https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2026/september/16/charges-laid-against-regina-employer-under-provincial-immigration-legislation)