The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is extending the suspension of minimum advertising requirements for all positions in the primary agriculture sector by a year, until June 30, 2023.

Since January 12, 2022, the minimum advertising requirements for employers applying for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to hire temporary foreign workers in primary agriculture were suspended. This suspension will continue to be in place until June 30, 2023.

While employers are not required to meet TFWP minimum advertising requirements or submit proof with their LMIA application, they are still expected to continue efforts to recruit Canadians and permanent residents for the positions to be filled.

Please consult the Temporary Foreign Workers Program web pages for details on this exemption and to learn on how to apply for an LMIA for positions in the primary agriculture sector.

Source:  Employment and Social Development Canada July 5, 2022 news release