In Canadian immigration, the Labour Market Impact Assessment stands as a pivotal gateway, shaping the journey for both employers and overseas workers. Formerly known as the Labour Market Opinion (LMO), Canada’s LMIA is a crucial validation ensuring a delicate balance between the needs of Canadian employers and the protection of the local job market. Labor...
In the dynamic job market of Canada, individuals from across the globe can explore a multitude of avenues for employment. Among these opportunities, understanding the significance of LMIA-approved jobs holds paramount importance for prospective workers aiming to establish their careers in the Great White North. What exactly is LMIA, and why does it matter for...
In a recent update on November 7, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) brought attention to the revised LMIA processing times submissions across various categories. The data from multiple processing offices highlighted fluctuations in the processing durations, affecting programs such as the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program, as well as the High-wage and Low-wage streams....
In Quebec, the Ministry of Immigration annually releases an updated list of occupations eligible for simplified processing through the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) system. This process is unique to Quebec, which operates independently from the rest of Canada in terms of its immigration policies, regulations, and programs for foreign nationals seeking residency in the...
The Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) ensure that the hired foreign worker will have a positive or neutral effect on the Canadian labour force. The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is a way through which the federal government supports its workforce when there are not enough workers to perform a job. If you are an...
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a sharp surge in unemployment numbers across the world. The situation seems worse than the 2008 global recession because there’s no clarity on when and how the pandemic will subside. Immigration becomes an easy target for politicians and policy makers alike during times of high unemployment. The US has...
The US has suspended short-term work permits as well as long-term employment visas till December 2020, which means Canada is the obvious alternative for skilled workers across the world. So, TFWP Employers, Don’t ignore LMIA High Wage Transition Plan As a Canadian employer, you certainly can explore the advantages and benefits of hiring a foreign...
The Covid-19 pandemic is certainly the biggest challenge the world has faced in a very long time. Yet, it is not the end of modern civilization, which means you need to start planning for the future. And you should prepare for the Post-COVID Canadian Economy. Unlike past pandemics, we have avoided horrendous casualties by sacrificing...
Obtaining Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a requirement imposed on Canadian employers seeking to hire a temporary foreign worker. This is done to ensure qualified citizens or permanent residents of Canada are not ignored by foreign workers who may be prepared to work for lower wages. A closed work permit i.e. a work permit...
