A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that a Canadian employer may need to obtain before hiring a foreign worker. This document confirms that the employer is permitted to hire the foreign worker because no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available or qualified to fill the specific position. The LMIA is issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and helps the ESDC evaluate the impact of hiring a foreign national in Canada.

LMIA Work Visa:
The LMIA process is a critical step for securing a job in Canada, which can lead to Canadian permanent residence. The process is closely monitored by the government, and the employer offering the job must meet several requirements before applying for an LMIA with Service Canada. After obtaining the LMIA, the applicant must then meet the requirements set by the embassy to apply for a work permit.

How Does the LMIA Application Process Work?
Our LMIA application experts work closely with you to ensure all requirements are met, including wage-specific criteria and necessary documentation.

Wage Determination: We assist in determining whether your job position is classified as high-wage or low-wage by helping you find out the median hourly wages in your province or territory.

Business Legitimacy: We help you prepare documents that demonstrate your business is a legitimate Canadian enterprise.

Recruitment Efforts: We guide you through the recruitment process, ensuring that substantial efforts have been made to hire Canadian citizens and permanent residents, as required by ESDC.

Workplace Health and Safety: We help you document and adhere to workplace health and safety standards, ensuring that foreign workers receive the same benefits as their Canadian counterparts.

Transition Plan: Our specialists assist in preparing and submitting a transition plan, outlining how your business intends to address the need to hire a foreign worker.