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Kool Treat
Official ESDC status: “Ineligible - unpaid monetary penalty”
Has an outstanding unpaid monetary penalty from the Canadian government and cannot hire temporary foreign workers until it is paid.
Status shown reflects the official Government of Canada (ESDC) non-compliant employers record as published; it is reproduced as-is and may not reflect the employer’s current status. See details below.
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Why this employer was found non-compliant
On February 14, 2025, the Government of Canada found Kool Treat non-compliant with the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. They have an outstanding monetary penalty and are ineligible to hire temporary foreign workers until it is paid. A fine of $45,000 and a 1-year ban hiring ban was issued.
Especially relevant for foreign workers: this employer was found to have misrepresented pay or working conditions — one of the most common violations affecting workers directly.
What they did wrong
- 2Did not keep documents proving employment conditions were met
- 8Broke federal, provincial or territorial employment or recruitment laws
- 9Pay or working conditions did not match — or job was not as described — in the offer
What to do next
- This employer has an outstanding government penalty and cannot legally hire temporary workers
- Report this offer to ESDC: 1-800-367-5693
- Contact a licensed RCIC or legal aid for advice
- If you are in Canada and feel unsafe or trapped, apply for an Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers (free, 5 days) →
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Hello, I have verified Kool Treat on the official Government of Canada non-compliant employer list at canada.ca. This employer is currently banned from hiring temporary foreign workers. Please do not contact me again about this position. I will be reporting this offer to Service Canada (ESDC) at 1-800-367-5693. Thank you.
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Updated Jul 10, 2026 · Direct from canada.ca