Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)

Getting a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is an important step in getting a temporary work permit in Canada. Most employers need an LMIA before they can hire a temporary foreign worker. Before you start the hiring process, you must determine if you need an LMIA.

 

An LMIA confirms there is a need for a temporary foreign worker no Canadians or permanent residents are available to do the job. It must be properly filed with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)/Service Canada, certifying that a business can hire a temporary worker. Once your company is approved, we will start the process with the federal government to get your workers to work for your company as soon as possible.