LMIA Based Work Permit

The process of hiring a foreign worker in Canada typically involves the employer submitting an application to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) for a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

A Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) serves as documentation that an employer in Canada must obtain before hiring a foreign worker. It demonstrates that there is a genuine need for a foreign worker to fill the job position and that the employer has made efforts to recruit Canadian citizens or permanent residents for the role without success.

These requirements are established by the Government of Canada to prioritize job opportunities for Canadian citizens or permanent residents. However, they also serve to protect the rights of potential foreign workers, ensuring that they receive fair wages and benefits in accordance with federal and provincial standards.

The LMIA is issued by ESDC, which evaluates various factors related to the labor market to determine whether hiring a foreign worker for the specific position would have a positive or neutral impact. This assessment aims to safeguard the Canadian labor market while facilitating the lawful employment of foreign nationals in Canada.