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Free tools to help you navigate the LMIA process. Check median wages, calculate your TFW cap, and find the right NOC code — all in one place.

Median Wage Lookup

Enter a NOC code or job title and the city where the position is located. We'll show you the median hourly wage and whether the position falls under the high-wage or low-wage LMIA stream.

NOC Code

The 5-digit National Occupational Classification code for the position.

Job Title

Auto-fills when you enter a NOC code, or type manually.

City / Work Location

The city where the temporary foreign worker will be employed.

Province

Select the province if the city isn't found automatically.

Offered Hourly Wage ($)

The hourly wage you plan to offer the worker (optional — helps determine your stream).

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CAP Calculator

The Government of Canada limits the proportion of temporary foreign workers an employer can hire in low-wage positions. Use this tool to check if your LMIA application meets the cap requirements.

Step 1: Check for Exemptions

Some positions are exempt from the low-wage cap. If any of the following apply, you don't need to calculate the cap.

The offered wage is at or above the median hourly wage for the occupation in your area (high-wage stream) The position is highly mobile or truly temporary (120 calendar days or less) The position is in a seasonal industry (not beyond 270 calendar days) Caregiving position in a health care facility (NOC 31301, 32101, or 33102) On-farm primary agriculture (NOC 80020, 80021, 82030, 82031, 84120, 85100, 85101, or 85103) Position in support of a Permanent Residency application only (no work permit)

Step 2: What Is Your Established Cap?

Most employers are subject to a 10% cap. Employers in specific sectors qualify for a 20% cap.

Select your industry

Your established cap

10.00%

Step 3: Enter Your Workforce Numbers

Enter the numbers below based on the four consecutive weeks immediately before your LMIA application signature date. Count all employees at the specific work location (not nationally).

Full-Time Employees [A]

All employees working 30+ hours/week, including Canadians, permanent residents, current TFWs, and workers on open work permits.

Part-Time Employees [B]

All employees working less than 30 hours/week at the work location.

Current Low-Wage TFWs [C]

TFWs currently in low-wage positions, excluding TFWs in positions applied for in this LMIA application.

Positions in This Application [D]

Low-wage positions in this LMIA application, including work permit extensions for TFWs already at the work location.

New TFWs / Not Yet Started [E]

New TFWs in this application, plus low-wage TFWs hired (previously approved LMIA) but who have not started work yet.

TFWs at Work Location [F]

Total TFWs employed at this work location at the time of application.

TFWs with Immigration Confirmation [G]

TFWs among [F] who have confirmation from a federal or provincial immigration program (e.g. PNP, CSQ, Agri-Food Pilot).

Total workforce under 10?

Is your total workforce fewer than 10 across all Canadian work sites?

Not sure about your numbers? Our LMIA specialists can review your workforce details and ensure your application meets all cap requirements before submission.

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NOC Code Finder

Search by job title or keywords to find the correct 5-digit National Occupational Classification (NOC) code. The right NOC code is essential for your LMIA application.

Search by job title or keyword

Type at least 2 characters to search. Results show the NOC code, job title, and TEER category.

Not sure which NOC code to use? Choosing the wrong code can delay or get your LMIA denied. Our team can help match the right classification to your position.

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