If your business is grappling with a shortage of skilled labour or needs help finding suitable talent within Canada, exploring international avenues could be the solution. Five Riverz Immigration can guide your business in accessing a pool of foreign workers for temporary positions when local talent is unavailable. Canadian employers seeking to hire foreign workers temporarily must obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)/Service Canada.
Formerly known as a Labour Market Opinion (LMO), an LMIA is a crucial document that permits employers to hire temporary foreign workers, demonstrating the need for their skills in a job where no Canadian worker is available. For businesses aiming to support a foreign worker's permanent residency application, obtaining an LMIA is a pivotal step.
Key Points:
1. Express Entry System Job Offer:
2. LMIA for Permanent Residency Application:
3. Dual Intent LMIA for Both Permanent Residency & Work Permit:
The primary purpose of an LMIA is to ensure that hiring foreign workers in a specific occupation and at a designated work location does not adversely affect the Canadian labour market. A positive LMIA affirms that hiring foreign nationals will likely positively or neutral impact the Canadian labour market, prioritizing qualified Canadian citizens and permanent residents for job opportunities. Trust Five Riverz Immigration for expert guidance on navigating the LMIA process seamlessly.
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