Canada’s hotels and tourism places always need good housekeeping workers. If you want to come to Canada in 2026 as a hotel housekeeper or room attendant, this job can help you get a work permit and maybe stay forever. This easy guide explains everything in simple words. These jobs are called NOC 65210 (Room Attendant or Light Duty Cleaner) and belong to TEER 5. It means you do not need much school or experience – just short training on the job.
The Core Requirement: The LMIA Work Permit
To work in Canada as a foreign worker in housekeeping, most people need an Employer-Specific Work Permit. The main way to get it is through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The Canadian employer must first get a positive LMIA.
Understanding the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment)
LMIA is a paper from the Canadian government. It says the employer tried to find a Canadian or permanent resident for the job but could not find anyone. Only then can they hire you from another country.
- Who applies for LMIA? → The employer, not you.
- Which kind of LMIA? → Usually Low-Wage LMIA because housekeeping pay is lower than the middle pay in the province.
Key Employer Obligations (Low-Wage LMIA)
The employer has important rules to follow:
- Pay: They must pay you the normal median wage for housekeeping in that area.
- Flight ticket: They must pay your round-trip air ticket from your country to Canada.
- Housing: They must help you find cheap and good place to live. Sometimes they pay for it.
- Limit: In hotels, they can only hire up to 20% low-wage foreign workers (check the latest rule in 2026).
Important Tip: In big cities where many people are without job (unemployment more than 6%), the government sometimes stops new low-wage LMIA. So it is better to look for jobs in small cities, towns, or tourist villages.
NOC TEER 5 and Housekeeping
Most room attendant jobs are TEER 5 – very easy training level.
| Job Name | NOC Code | TEER Level |
|---|---|---|
| Room Attendant / Housekeeper | 65210 | TEER 5 |
| Cleaning Supervisor | 62021 | TEER 2 |
If you can become a Cleaning Supervisor (TEER 2), it is easier to get LMIA and later get permanent residency.
Salary Expectations: What to Expect in 2026
The pay is very important for LMIA. The employer must pay the normal rate or more.
Canada Housekeeper Salary (Hourly Median)
National average is about C$19–20 per hour, but it changes in every province.
| Location | Hourly Pay (about) | Best Plan |
|---|---|---|
| British Columbia (outside Vancouver) | C$20+ | Look in Whistler, Kelowna, small resorts |
| Ontario (outside Toronto) | C$19 | Small towns, Niagara, Muskoka area |
| Alberta (Banff, Jasper, Canmore) | C$18–22 | Tourist towns are better than big cities |
| Quebec (tourist areas) | C$18–20 | Mont-Tremblant, Quebec City old town |
| Atlantic Provinces | C$17–19 | Very good chance because of special program |
If the employer pays a little higher, the LMIA is approved faster.
High-Demand Regions & Immigration Pathways
Some areas in Canada really need housekeeping workers and make it easier for you.
Targeting Regional Immigration Programs
These programs help you come faster and get permanent residency easier:
- Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) For Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Newfoundland. Hotels can hire you without normal LMIA. After one year work, you can apply for permanent residency very fast.
- Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) Many small towns take part (for example Sudbury, Timmins, Thunder Bay, Brandon, Altona, etc.). Community recommends you, then you get PR easily.
- Yukon Community Program Yukon loves tourists and needs hotel workers every summer and winter.
Finding Employers Sponsoring Housekeeping
This is the hardest part – finding a real employer who will do LMIA for you.
Good places to look:
- Big hotel chains that already do LMIA every year (some Hilton, Marriott, Fairmont, Sandman, Coast Hotels, Delta).
- Resort hotels in mountain or lake areas (Banff, Jasper, Whistler, Blue Mountain, Tremblant).
- Job Bank Canada website – search “room attendant” + “LMIA” or “foreign worker”.
- Facebook groups: “Filipino Housekeepers in Canada”, “Jobs in Canada with LMIA”, “Banff Jobs”, “Whistler Jobs”.
- Small family hotels in Atlantic Canada or rural areas – they need workers and love to sponsor.
Many people ask: “Can I get hotel housekeeping job in Canada with no experience and sponsorship?” Yes, possible! TEER 5 needs almost no experience, but you must find employer in the right place (not Toronto or Vancouver).
Action Plan: How to Get a Housekeeping Job in Canada with LMIA
Follow these simple steps:
- Make a simple and clear resume. Write your cleaning experience (even home cleaning or small hotel). Add photo, say you are ready to move fast.
- Apply to many jobs every day. Use Indeed.ca, Hotelcareer.ca, Job Bank, and Facebook groups. Write personal message to hotel manager: “Hello, I am hardworking housekeeper from (your country). I am ready to come quickly if you help with LMIA.”
- When employer likes you, they start LMIA. They advertise the job for 4 weeks, then send papers to government. It takes 2–4 months total.
- After positive LMIA, you apply for work permit online or at Canadian embassy. You need LMIA letter, job offer, passport, police certificate, and money to show.
- When work permit is approved, buy ticket and fly to Canada. Employer will pick you up or tell you where to go.
Ready for Your Canadian Hospitality Career?
In 2026, Canada will still need thousands of room attendants and housekeepers, especially in tourist places. If you choose the right location (small cities, resorts, Atlantic Canada, Yukon), your chance is very high.
Start today:
- Open Job Bank Canada
- Search “room attendant” + province name
- Send 20–30 applications every week
- Be patient and honest
Your Canadian dream can start with cleaning hotel rooms and end with Canadian passport!
Call to Action:
Check Job Bank Canada and hotel websites now. Use words “LMIA housekeeping 2026”, “room attendant sponsorship”, “hotel jobs Atlantic Canada”. Good employers are waiting for hardworking people like you.
Disclaimer:
This information is only to help you understand. Rules can change anytime. Always check the official government websites (www.canada.ca) for the newest LMIA rules, salary, and work permit information before you apply. Good luck! 🇨🇦