New LMIA Rules: Doubling Advertising Period and Targeting Youth
· WOWERI
As of April 1, 2026, employers must advertise for longer and target youth before hiring a foreign worker through the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. New LMIA rules require employers to double the advertising period.
Changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program
As of April 1, 2026, employers applying for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) under the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) must advertise for longer and target youth before hiring a foreign worker.
Advertising Requirements
Employers must advertise for at least 28 days, up from the previous 14 days. Additionally, they must provide evidence that they have made efforts to recruit youth for the position.
Impact on Employers
The new LMIA rules may affect employers who rely on foreign workers for low-wage jobs. They will need to adjust their advertising and recruitment strategies to meet the new requirements.
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Source: cicnews.com