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LMIA Jobs in British Columbia
British Columbia employers hold 5,042 of the register's approved employers, with 23,186 positions approved in the four quarters to June 2026. This page ranks them and the occupations they hire for.
Top approved employers
| Employer | Location | Top occupation | Approved positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jealous Fruits Ltd. | Kelowna, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 1,085 |
| DeVry Greenhouses | Chilliwack, BC | 85103-Nursery and greenhouse labourers | 610 |
| Northern Cherries Inc. | Kelowna, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 521 |
| S SUNDHER ORCHARDS LTD. | Kelowna, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 489 |
| G.P. Sandher Holdings ltd | kelowna, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 351 |
| Champs Fresh Farms inc | Aldergrove, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 303 |
| Highline Mushrooms West Limited | Langley, BC | 84120-Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators | 235 |
| Krazy Cherry Fruit Co. | OLIVER, BC | 82030-Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors | 199 |
| oso Berry Farms Inc. | Qualicum Beach, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 180 |
| Mark Anthony Group Inc. | Vancouver, BC | 62200-Chefs | 152 |
| OKANAGAN SUNSHINE FRUIT PACKER LTD. | Oliver, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 152 |
| GERI Partnership | Pitt Meadows, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 142 |
| Shukin Orchards Ltd. | Creston, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 132 |
| Bergen Farms Ltd/H. Bergen & Sons ltd | ABBOTSFORD, BC | 82030-Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors | 110 |
| Darvonda Nurseries Ltd. | Langley, BC | 85103-Nursery and greenhouse labourers | 108 |
| JMC FARMS LTD. | CHILLIWACK, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 108 |
| Amazon Development Centre Canada ULC | Vancouver, BC | 21231-Software engineers and designers | 107 |
| RUBICON ORGANICS INCORPORATED | Vancouver, BC | 85103-Nursery and greenhouse labourers | 103 |
| Sunnyside Produce Ltd. | Surrey, BC | 85101-Harvesting labourers | 100 |
| JRT Nurseries Inc. | ALDERGROVE, BC | 85103-Nursery and greenhouse labourers | 97 |
Employer table computed from the ESDC register, decisions through June 2026, published October 30, 2026.
Top occupations in this slice
| Occupation | NOC | Approvals | Approved positions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85101-Harvesting labourers | 85101 | 723 | 10,839 |
| 63200-Cooks | 63200 | 469 | 768 |
| 60030-Restaurant and food service managers | 60030 | 404 | 470 |
| 62020-Food service supervisors | 62020 | 375 | 634 |
| 72310-Carpenters | 72310 | 266 | 447 |
| 82030-Agricultural service contractors and farm supervisors | 82030 | 194 | 364 |
| 62010-Retail sales supervisors | 62010 | 154 | 202 |
| 62200-Chefs | 62200 | 145 | 171 |
| 73300-Transport truck drivers | 73300 | 144 | 739 |
| 85103-Nursery and greenhouse labourers | 85103 | 138 | 2,128 |
The wage threshold in British Columbia
For LMIAs received on or after July 17, 2026, the British Columbia threshold is $38.40 per hour: wages at or above it run under the high-wage stream, below it under the low-wage stream with its workforce cap. Check any specific offer in the Wage Threshold Checker.
Applying in British Columbia
Provincial licensing governs trades and health occupations, and Quebec operates additional requirements of its own where applicable. The province directory page lists every approved employer in the province; the table above ranks the largest.
Live vacancies
Approvals show who can hire; live postings show who is hiring now. Search Job Bank — Temporary Foreign Workers for current postings from employers who have obtained or applied for an LMIA, then cross-check the employer against this register.
Frequently asked questions
How many LMIA employers are in British Columbia?
In the current register window, 5,042 distinct employers in British Columbia hold positive LMIAs, covering 23,186 approved positions.
What is the LMIA wage threshold in British Columbia?
$38.40 per hour for applications received on or after July 17, 2026 (the provincial median wage plus 20%).
Which occupations hire most in British Columbia?
The occupation table on this page is computed from the register — it ranks British Columbia approvals by occupation for the current window.
Are these live job vacancies?
No. They are ESDC approvals from the last four quarters — proof an employer can hire through LMIA. Live postings are on Job Bank's temporary foreign worker section.