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LMIA Jobs in Nova Scotia58 Active Positions

Find LMIA-approved jobs in Nova Scotia. Updated daily from Job Bank Canada.

Halifax-driven market with growth in ocean tech, healthcare, and defence. Nova Scotia actively recruits international workers through its Atlantic Immigration Program.

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These signals use every active LMIA-tagged role in Nova Scotia, not only the listings shown on this page.

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E

finish carpenter

Everett Hagen ContractingCherry Brook, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
easure cut shape assemble and join materials made of wood
Today
C

licensed cook

Cabot Shores Wilderness ResortEnglishtown, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.3
1 day ago
F

carpenter

Firm Formwork LimitedHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
repare estimates of labour and/or material costs Read blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes
1 day ago
S

pizza cook

South Ohio Gas & ConvenienceSouth Ohio, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
1 day ago
R

licensed cook

Reta's RestaurantHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
2 days ago
S

line cook

Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House - BedfordBedford, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
6 days ago
H

apprentice motor vehicle mechanic

Hennywales Tires & Automotive Inc.Scotsburn, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
onfirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit Discuss work with supervisor Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
6 days ago
M

industrial electrician

Michelin North America Canada Inc.Waterville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
6 days ago
S

cook

SWISS CHALETHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.3
repare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Clean kitchen and work areas Location Halifax
6 days ago
P

carpenter helper

Pinnacle ConstructionDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
oad unload and transport construction materials Erect and dismantle concrete forms scaffolding
7 days ago
V

fruit farm labourer

Van Meekeren Farms Ltd.Kentville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.7
lear fields of wood and stones Grade vegetables and fruits into different grades according to the size shape colour and volume to fetch high price in market.
7 days ago
D

cook

Dan's Ice Cream ShoppeBarrington Passage, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
etermine the size of food portions and costs Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
7 days ago
H

ethnic food cook

HallyCraft The BukaHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
repare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef Inspect kitchens and food service areas
7 days ago
O

cook

Ocean Treasures Take-OutBarrington Passage, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
etermine the size of food portions and costs Requisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
7 days ago
M

mill electrician

Maibec Inc.Hubbards, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
nstall and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices Install electrical wiring receptacles switch boxes
8 days ago
H

licensed cook

Harbour house ales and spiritsPictou, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.3
8 days ago
L

line cook

Lisa's Family RestaurantWindsor, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
8 days ago
E

welder

East River Shipyard LtdHubbards, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
nterpret welding process specifications Operate manual or semi-automatic fully automated welding equipment Read and interpret welding blueprints
8 days ago
N

industrial mechanic

Nova Scotia Health AuthoritySydney, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
ssemble stationary industrial machinery Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions Repair or replace defective machinery parts Perform routine maintenance work on machinery
10 days ago
A

carpenter

Altius DevelopmentDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
ead blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Measure cut
10 days ago
O

apprentice electrician

OT DEVELOPMENTS LTDWindsor, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
10 days ago
A

electrician, industrial

A. G. White Technical Services IncorporatedDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
aintain industrial instrumentation and related devices Replace or repair electrical components Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity current
11 days ago
O

apprentice plumber

OT DEVELOPMENTS LTDWindsor, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
11 days ago
D

carpenter

Dockside Atlantic GroupFall River, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
11 days ago
N

cook, ethnic foods

Naan And Curry Indian CuisineHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.3
11 days ago
G

cook

Guocan Take Out Chinese ResturantAntigonish, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
o-ordinate special events Determine the size of food portions and costs Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization Requisition food and kitchen supplies
11 days ago
F

cook

Fong Sing RestaurantHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
repare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Prepare and cook special meals for patients as instructed by dietitian or chef Inspect kitchens and food service areas
12 days ago
T

construction electrician apprentice

Tony Rhynold Electrical Plumbing & Heating LtdLower Sackville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
nstall underground wiring and cables Design and construct single-phase service for single or multimeter installations Splice join and connect wires
13 days ago
M

industrial electrician

Michelin North America Canada Inc.Waterville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
13 days ago
W

carpenter

Winmar Property Restoration SpecialistsDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
15 days ago
A

welder

Ace Machining LtdDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
nterpret welding process specifications Operate manual or semi-automatic fully automated welding equipment Read and interpret welding blueprints
15 days ago
G

line cook

Good Robot Brewing CompanyHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.3
repare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Inspect kitchens and food service areas Maintain inventory and records of food
16 days ago
H

carpenter

Han-Cor ConstructionHammonds Plains, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
repare estimates of labour and/or material costs Read blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes
17 days ago
M

journeyman/woman carpenter

Merlantic Forming Solutions Ltd.Halifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
17 days ago
T

carpenter

Tried & True Builders LtdKentville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
ead blueprints drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes using measuring tools
17 days ago
M

class 1 truck driver

MELAI'S TRANSPORT INCTruro, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
lan or adjust routes based on changing conditions using computer equipment global positioning systems (GPS) equipment or other navigation devices
18 days ago
E

class 1 truck driver

East Coast Carrier ltdDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
ddress customers' complaints or concerns Load and unload goods Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires lights
18 days ago
L

cook

Luong's restaurantReids Hill, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
etermine the size of food portions and costs Plan menus and estimate food requirements for their realization Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
18 days ago
M

dietary cook

Maritime Odd Fellows HomePictou, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
18 days ago
T

carpenter, framing

Tony Rhynold Contracting LtdLower Sackville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
easure cut shape assemble and join materials made of wood
18 days ago
M

cook

Mountains and Meadows Care GroupBridgetown, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.3
18 days ago
H

apprentice motor vehicle mechanic

Hennywales Tires & Automotive Inc.Scotsburn, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
onfirm findings with supervisor to determine whether to repair or replace unit Discuss work with supervisor Inspect and test mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions Inspect mechanical units to locate faults and malfunctions
21 days ago
J

line cook

Jacob?s LoungeDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
21 days ago
W

carpenter

Winmar Annapolis ValleyKentville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
repare layouts in conformance to building codes using measuring tools Measure cut
21 days ago
M

welder

Metalarc Fabrication LimitedLower West Pubnico, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
perate manual or semi-automatic fully automated welding equipment Read and interpret welding blueprints drawings specifications
23 days ago
P

line cook

PUR&SIMPLEHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
equisition food and kitchen supplies Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances Inspect kitchens and food service areas
23 days ago
M

carpenter

Modern Modular Homes LimitedHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
24 days ago
H

cook

Hojo's Japanese CuisineDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
part-time
7.3
24 days ago
T

welder

Tidal Boatworks 2017Conway, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
perate manual or semi-automatic fully automated welding equipment Read and interpret welding blueprints drawings specifications
25 days ago
I

electrician, construction and maintenance

IMP Aerospace and DefenceHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
25 days ago
K

supervisor, construction electricians

KVS Electrical Inc.Antigonish, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
upervise workers and projects Recruit and hire workers and carry out related staffing actions Train or arrange for training Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
25 days ago
A

journeyman/woman construction electrician

Anchor ElectricMiddle Sackville, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
nstall electrical controls and panel boxes Professionalism in customer service Install underground wiring and cables Splice
27 days ago
M

shunt truck driver

Midland TransportConcord, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
27 days ago
H

line cook

Habaneros Modern Taco BarDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
28 days ago
B

line cook

Big Leagues Bar and GrillDartmouth, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.6
28 days ago
A

dump truck driver

Ace Paving LtdLawrencetown, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
lan or adjust routes based on changing conditions using computer equipment global positioning systems (GPS) equipment or other navigation devices
29 days ago
R

journeyman/woman plumber

R&M Plumbing Ltd.Bedford, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
full-time
7.5
nstall domestic commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems Repair domestic commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
29 days ago
A

Dental Hygienist

Altima DentalHalifax, Nova Scotia
LMIA Requested
$70,000 - $90,000/yrfull-timeNOC: 32111
8.4
Dental Hygiene LicensePatient CareX-RayPreventive Care
148 days ago

LMIA Job Market in Nova Scotia

Halifax-driven market with growth in ocean tech, healthcare, and defence. Nova Scotia actively recruits international workers through its Atlantic Immigration Program.

Pay, cost, and readiness

Nova Scotia salaries are usually below Ontario, Alberta, or BC, but Halifax and nearby markets offer a better cost-of-living balance and shorter commutes. The result is a strong lifestyle province for candidates who do not need Toronto-level pay to make the move work.

Healthcare and regulated workers should line up Atlantic-specific licensing timelines early. Halifax employers respond better when they can see whether you are weeks away from eligibility or still at the first research step.

Best LMIA search pattern

The Atlantic Immigration Program is the strategic edge here. Candidates who target designated employers, healthcare, hospitality, logistics, defence-adjacent operations, or customer support can convert interest into a much clearer settlement path.

Top Industries Hiring

  • Ocean Technology
  • Healthcare
  • Defence
  • IT
  • Tourism

Key Information

Avg Salary Range$45,000 – $70,000
CapitalHalifax
LMIA Processing8-12 wks
All jobs in Nova Scotia

Cities where LMIA demand is moving

Halifax12 roles
Dartmouth10 roles
Windsor3 roles
Kentville3 roles
Pictou2 roles
Scotsburn2 roles
Waterville2 roles
Antigonish2 roles

Frequently Asked Questions — LMIA Jobs in Nova Scotia

How many LMIA jobs are available in Nova Scotia in 2026?

There are currently 58 LMIA-approved positions in Nova Scotia, including 9 added this week. The strongest active city signals are Halifax, Dartmouth, Windsor.

What is the LMIA processing time in Nova Scotia?

LMIA processing in Nova Scotia typically takes 8-12 weeks. Times vary by stream (high-wage vs low-wage) and seasonal demand. The Global Talent Stream can be processed in as little as 2 weeks.

What is the average salary for LMIA jobs in Nova Scotia?

The average salary range for LMIA positions in Nova Scotia is $45,000 – $70,000 per year. The categories with the strongest current signal are Skilled Trades, Sales & Service, Healthcare. Employers must offer at least the provincial median wage for the position.

Official sources & review

Last reviewed July 4, 2026

This page combines live LMIA listings in Nova Scotia with official Canadian sources on work permits, wages, and employer LMIA rules.

Official sources used

Methodology

Employer snapshots and hiring signals on this page are calculated from active JobFit LMIA listings in Nova Scotia. Processing, wage, and compliance context is reviewed against official federal guidance.

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