LMIA Low-Wage Advertising Reform
Effective April 1, 2026, the mandatory job advertising period for low-wage LMIA applications doubled from 4 to 8 consecutive weeks, requiring employers to begin recruitment significantly earlier.
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Jul 16, 2026
Policy ChangeEffective April 1, 2026, the mandatory job advertising period for low-wage LMIA applications doubled from 4 to 8 consecutive weeks, requiring employers to begin recruitment significantly earlier.
This change will extend overall low-wage hiring timelines by at least a month, and non-compliant applications risk refusal — employers should audit current recruitment practices immediately.
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