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IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? Canada has updated prevailing wage rates for a number of occupations.
What does the change mean? Employers sponsoring foreign workers in certain work permit and permanent resident categories are affected by the new rates. Applications submitted on or after Sept. 25 must be supported by the new prevailing wage rates.
Background: Prevailing wage rates will vary by occupation as well as by geographic location. The prevailing wage in some of the more common positions held by foreign workers are as follows:
*Based on provincial average. **Based on highest wage in region or country.
BAL Analysis: Employers are encouraged to review the wages they are paying foreign workers to ensure they are in compliance with new wage minimums. Employers should note that other wage floors may apply in some circumstances, such as for workers in the Global Talent Stream. BAL is able to assist in reviewing compliance with Canada’s wage requirements and in preparing new work permit applications.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Canada. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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