The purpose of this communication is to remind you that, effective January 1, 2026, the Government of Canada will reinstate the requirement for employers to provide proof of advertising when submitting a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) application to hire temporary foreign workers for primary agriculture positions under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFW Program).
Currently, employers submitting LMIA applications for primary agriculture positions on, or before, December 31, 2025, are exempt from providing proof of advertising requirements.
Effective January 1, 2026, employers will be required to meet all advertising requirements, including providing proof of recruitment efforts to hire Canadians and permanent residents, including members of at least 2 underrepresented groups in the labour market, such as:
- vulnerable youth,
- Indigenous peoples,
- newcomers to Canada,
- persons with disabilities, and
- asylum seekers with valid work permits.
Recruitment and advertising requirements differ between program streams. Records of the employers’ efforts must be kept for a minimum of 6 years.
You are encouraged to share this communication throughout your respective networks, and with any colleagues or peers who may need to be aware of this information. If you have questions on the TFW Program, please visit Canada.ca or reach out to the Employer Contact Centre.
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Employment and Social Development Canada
Thank you for raising awareness among your field agents, as well as the TFWs and their employers, about the measures, rights, and responsibilities of all parties involved.
