LABOUR MARKET IMPACT ASSESSMENT

LMIA PROCESS

1. Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA): An LMIA is a document issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) that employers in Canada may need to demonstrate that there are no Canadian citizens or permanent residents available to fill a particular job position.

2. Employer Applies For LMIA: Employer in Canada applies for an LMIA providing information about the job position, qualifications required and their efforts to recruit Canadian citizens or permanent residents for the job.

3. Assessment: ESDC assesses the LMIA application to determine whether hiring a foreign worker would have a positive impact on the Canadian labour market. Various Factors considered under this process.

4. Positive LMIA: Once ESDC approves the LMIA application and issues a positive LMIA, it means that the employer has demonstrated that there is a genuine need for a foreign worker to fill the available job position.

5. Work Permit Application: With a positive LMIA, the foreign worker can apply for a work permit from IRCC. The work permit application may require documents such as a job offer letter from the employer, proof of qualifications and additional documents.

6. Work Permit Issuance: Once the work permit application is approved, IRCC issues a work permit to the foreign worker. The work permit will specify the employer, the job position, and the duration of the work permit.

7. Terms and Conditions: The work permit issued have certain conditions such as restrictions on the type of work or the duration of employment. The worker have to comply with all the conditions to maintain legal status in Canada.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLYING FOR AN LMIA:

1. Qualifications And Experience: You must have the qualifications, skills and experience necessary to perform the duties of the job offered by the Canadian employer. This may include educational credentials, professional certifications, relevant work experience, and language proficiency, depending on the requirements of the job.

2. Job Offer From Employer: You must have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer for a specific position. The job offer should include details such as the job title, duties, responsibilities, wages, working conditions, and duration of employment.

3. Compliance With LMIA Conditions: You must comply with all the conditions imposed by ESDC as part of the process.

4. Work Permit Application: Once the employer receives a positive LMIA, you can apply for a work permit from IRCC. The work permit application may require documents such as proof of the job offer, qualifications, biometric information and other supporting documents.

5. Proof Of Funds: You need to demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Canada. This may include providing bank statements, financial sponsorship letters or other evidence of financial support.

6. Medical Examination: You have to get an appointment with the certified medical expert authorized by the Government of Canada. It is mandatory to show your good health reports to apply for a valid work permit in Canada.