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When will the Job Bank wages be updated in the fall of 2024?
When will the Job Bank wages be updated in the fall of 2024?
- November 8, 2024
- October 28, 2024
- September 26, 2024
- December 3, 2024 (correct)
By what percentage will the wage threshold increase starting November 8, 2024, for determining high-wage or low-wage streams under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program?
By what percentage will the wage threshold increase starting November 8, 2024, for determining high-wage or low-wage streams under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program?
- 15%
- 25%
- 20% (correct)
- 10%
As of September 26, 2024, under what unemployment rate condition in a census metropolitan area will LMIA applications for low-wage positions potentially not be processed?
As of September 26, 2024, under what unemployment rate condition in a census metropolitan area will LMIA applications for low-wage positions potentially not be processed?
- 5% or higher
- 5.5% or higher
- 6% or higher (correct)
- 6.5% or higher
What is the reduced cap on the proportion of low-wage positions in the healthcare sector, effective September 26, 2024?
What is the reduced cap on the proportion of low-wage positions in the healthcare sector, effective September 26, 2024?
Until what date are certain LMIA applications for low-wage positions temporarily not being processed in the economic region of Montréal?
Until what date are certain LMIA applications for low-wage positions temporarily not being processed in the economic region of Montréal?
Flashcards
Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
A type of assessment required for employers wanting to hire temporary foreign workers in Canada.
Job Bank Wage Threshold
Job Bank Wage Threshold
The minimum wage an employer must pay a temporary foreign worker, determined by the Job Bank.
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)
A program designed to help Canadian employers hire temporary foreign workers when they can't find qualified Canadians to do the job.
LMIA Restrictions for Low-Wage Positions
LMIA Restrictions for Low-Wage Positions
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LMIA Application Processing Halt in Montreal
LMIA Application Processing Halt in Montreal
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Study Notes
Hiring Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs)
- Understand the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) application type needed for hiring TFWs.
- Know employer responsibilities under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
Job Bank Wage Updates
- Job Bank wages are updated annually in the fall, with the 2024 update scheduled for December 3, 2024.
Wage Threshold Changes
- The wage threshold for determining high-wage/low-wage streams will increase by 20% effective November 8, 2024.
Attestation Changes
- Starting October 28, 2024, attestations from lawyers and chartered professional accountants will no longer be used to prove business legitimacy.
New Measures for Low-Wage Positions (LMIA)
- LMIA applications for low-wage positions in census metropolitan areas with a 6% or higher unemployment rate will not be processed.
- In certain sectors, the cap on low-wage positions is reduced:
- 20% cap reduced to 10% in some sectors.
- 20% cap remains in construction and healthcare.
- The maximum employment duration for low-wage positions is reduced from 2 years to 1 year.
Temporary LMIA Processing Refusal for Low-Wage Positions in Montréal
- From September 3, 2024, to March 3, 2025, LMIA applications for low-wage roles in the Montréal economic region will not be processed.
Additional Information
- Refer to "Hiring in the province of Quebec" website for further details.
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