Top Occupations vs. Program Stream (Approved Positions)
| Occupation | Global Talent Stream | High Wage | Low Wage | Permanent Resident Only | Primary Agriculture | Talent mondial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative assistants |
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1,897
Approved Positions
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2,433
Approved Positions
|
166
Approved Positions
|
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-
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This heatmap visualizes the distribution of Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) data across different occupations and program streams. Darker colors indicate higher volumes of the selected metric (e.g., more approved positions). Use the filters above to drill down by year, quarter, or specific occupation to identify trends in the Canadian labor market.
Approved Positions
The number of foreign worker positions approved on positive LMIAs. This reflects the actual labor demand filled by TFWs.
Approved LMIAs
The count of positive LMIA applications issued to employers. One application can cover multiple positions.
Refused Positions
The number of positions requested by employers but refused by ESDC due to program non-compliance or labor market factors.
Refused LMIAs
The count of LMIA applications that received a negative decision from Service Canada.
The data presented here is sourced from open government datasets provided by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). Tables are updated quarterly. This tool aggregates the raw data to provide actionable insights for employers, immigration consultants, and researchers.
Source: Open Government Portal, Government of Canada.