Labour Market Impact Assessments

LMIA applications so employers can hire foreign workers.

To hire a temporary foreign worker in Canada, it is usually necessary for an employer to first advertise the position to ensure that there is no qualified person available in Canada to do the job. Once the advertising is complete, the employer must apply to Employment and Skills Development Canada (ESDC) for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to allow for the hiring of a temporary foreign worker. Once a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is obtained from ESDC, a temporary foreign worker with a job offer from the eligible Canadian employer may apply for a work permit.

Recent changes implemented by Canada’s Federal Government have made the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) application process more complex and time-consuming. Furthermore, compliance measures have been made more onerous. The potential consequences for an employer of breaching the compliance obligations are serious.

An experienced Canadian immigration lawyer can assist employers in understanding their obligations, completing the application process, and ensuring ongoing compliance. Our team has expertise in the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process.

To discuss your situation or set up a consultation, call (613) 238-2022 or email wcreates@perlaw.ca.