Yukon Wage Rates & LMIA Benchmarks
Official Canadian government wage statistics for Yukon (Whitehorse, Dawson City, Watson Lake). Check prevailing median wages required for LMIA work permit approval and job offers.
YNP (Yukon Nominee Program)
Yukon pays among the highest median hourly wages in North America to offset the northern cost of living. Employers frequently sponsor foreign workers with expedited processing.
How the LMIA Prevailing Wage Works in Yukon
When a Canadian employer applies for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) in Yukon, they must offer you an hourly wage that is at least equal to the median wage for your specific NOC code.
Under ESDC rules, the High-Wage Stream threshold is calculated as the Provincial Median Hourly Wage plus 20% ($36.00/hr + 20% = $43.20/hr). Any wage offer below this amount falls under the Low-Wage Stream, which is subject to employer hiring caps and refusal-to-process moratoriums in census metropolitan areas with 6%+ unemployment.
All 516 Occupation Wages in Yukon
Search any occupation code or job title to check regional LMIA prevailing rates.
Yukon Wage & LMIA FAQ
Frequently asked questions about minimum wages, median benchmarks, and LMIA approval in Yukon.