LMIA

Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)

A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document for Canadian employers looking to hire foreign workers. This document confirms the need for a foreign worker to fill a specific job and verifies that no qualified Canadian worker or permanent resident is available for the position. A positive LMIA, often referred to as a confirmation letter, is essential for employers seeking to hire workers from outside Canada.

WHAT ARE TYPES OF LMIAs?

  • High-Wage LMIA: This type is for jobs offering wages above the provincial median. A transition plan to reduce reliance on foreign workers is required.
  • Low-Wage LMIA: These are for jobs paying below the provincial median. There are limits on the number of foreign workers allowed.
  • Global Talent Stream LMIA: For innovative firms needing specialized foreign workers. Also for in-demand skilled positions. Progress reviews are separate from compliance checks.
  • Caregiver LMIA: For employers hiring foreign caregivers for children, seniors, or individuals with medical needs.
  • Primary Agriculture LMIA: For employers hiring temporary foreign agricultural workers in primary agriculture roles.
  • PR Support LMIA: Employers supporting skilled foreign workers’ permanent resident visa applications through Express Entry programs. Job offer must meet specific criteria.

Employer Requirements for LMIA

  • Legitimate Business: The employer must operate a genuine and lawful business.
  • Public Goods/Services: They should provide goods or services to the public as part of their regular operations.
  • Financial Capability: The employer must demonstrate the ability to pay the salary of the intended foreign worker.
  • Genuine Need: There must be a legitimate necessity for hiring a foreign worker in the specific position.
  • No Recent Layoffs: The employer should not have laid off employees in the 12 months preceding the LMIA application.
  • Operational Duration: For the PR support stream, the business must have been in operation for at least one year.

Requirements

Legitimate business

Operational for at least one year

Legitimate need for foreign worker

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