LMIA Advertising Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide
Hiring foreign workers in Canada? Understanding and meeting the advertising requirements for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is crucial. Here’s an excellent guide to navigate the complete process, tailored to various job categories and locations.
Key Advertising Requirements by Job Category
- Academic Positions
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Requirements: Advertise both domestically and internationally for at least one month, ensuring that the job listing prioritizes Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Camp Counsellors
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Requirements: Demonstrate past recruitment efforts and commit to recruiting in schools during the spring.
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Where It Applies: Ontario only
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Quebec Certificate of Selection Holders
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Requirements: If the job’s NOC codes align, no advertising is needed. If not, follow the full recruitment process.
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Where It Applies: Quebec only
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Positions Covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
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Requirements: Internal postings within the organization are sufficient when the job is covered by a CBA.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Employer Associations
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Requirements: Follow standard advertising practices. Submit the representative form with your recruitment report.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Entertainment Industry Roles
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Requirements: No advertising required for short-term or specialized positions.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Foreign Government Hiring
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Requirements: No advertising necessary for positions filled by a foreign government.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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In-Home Caregivers
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Requirements: Advertise the location of work without needing to include the full business address.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces and Territories
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On-Farm Primary Agriculture
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Requirements: Post job advertisements for at least 14 days on the Job Bank or similar platforms and utilize additional recruitment methods.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Religious Instructors
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Requirements: Advertise on the Job Bank or in relevant religious publications three months before applying for the LMIA.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Seasonal Agricultural Workers
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Requirements: Adhere to Quebec-specific recruitment guidelines for seasonal agricultural roles.
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Where It Applies: Quebec only
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Specialized Service Technicians
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Requirements: No advertising is required for these specialized positions.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Warranty Work Positions
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Requirements: No need to advertise for roles related to warranty work.
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Where It Applies: All Provinces
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Need Assistance with LMIA Advertising?
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