Understanding LMIA
A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that Canadian employers need before hiring foreign workers. It proves that no Canadian worker is available to fill the job. Getting an LMIA-supported work permit involves multiple steps: employer must advertise the position, demonstrate recruitment efforts, obtain positive LMIA from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), then the foreign worker can apply for a work permit. Processing times vary: LMIA applications typically take 8-12 weeks, while work permit applications take 4-8 weeks. For 2026, IRCC continues to prioritize LMIA applications in sectors experiencing labor shortages.
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