The guidance has been revised to clarify the specific circumstances under which an applicant is considered to benefit from maintained status. Additionally, references to applicants applying for a new work or study permit at the port of entry while on maintained status have been removed to align with current policy and processing practices.
Changes to Job Advertising Rules for LMIA Requests
Effective immediately, employers recruiting for LMIA-based positions must include the “Direct Apply” feature when posting
September 17, 2025
