The low-wage LMIA stream generally applies where the offered wage is below the applicable provincial or territorial threshold. Employers must consider recruitment requirements as well as stream-specific rules that can include caps and employer obligations.
Key preparation areas
- Applicable wage threshold and prevailing wage
- Recruitment and advertising requirements
- Low-wage cap rules where applicable
- Transportation, housing or other employer obligations where required
- Business legitimacy and genuine job need
Current information matters
Immigration criteria, document requirements and public policies can change. Advice should be based on the rules and facts applicable when you apply.