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Canada to Halt Processing Low-Wage LMIAs for Temporary Foreign Worker Program in Certain Cities

  • Starting September 26, Canada will stop processing Low-Wage Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program in cities with an unemployment rate of 6% or higher.
  • Exceptions include roles in food security, construction, and healthcare sectors, with additional restrictions on employment duration.
  • The policy aims to prioritize Canadian workers and address TFWP misuse.