LMIA · Employer guide
LMIA applications in Nova Scotia
Canadian employers hiring in Nova Scotia can use an LMIA to support a temporary foreign worker. The federal ESDC process is the same across Canada, but Nova Scotia has its own considerations — summarized below — and each stream has a distinct document checklist.
Provincial employer registration is required in Nova Scotia
Employers hiring in Nova Scotia must register under the Labour Standards Code (employer registration) before — or alongside — the LMIA. A valid provincial employer registration certificate (or proof of exemption) is part of the Factor D compliance documents.
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Frequently asked questions
Do employers need to register to hire a foreign worker in Nova Scotia?+
Employers hiring in Nova Scotia must register under the Labour Standards Code (employer registration) before — or alongside — the LMIA. A valid provincial employer registration certificate (or proof of exemption) is part of the Factor D compliance documents.
Which LMIA streams are available in Nova Scotia?+
High-wage stream, Low-wage stream, Global Talent Stream, Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP), Agricultural stream — each with its own requirements and document checklist.
Related guides
This page is general information about Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program and LMIA process — it is not legal or immigration advice. Program rules, fees, wage thresholds and provincial requirements change; always verify the current requirements on Canada.ca (ESDC / IRCC) or with a licensed immigration professional (RCIC or lawyer).