Laurent Maisonnave

Laurent Maisonnave

Co-Founder, AskAïa Laurent Maisonnave combines HR expertise with AI to streamline global mobility and compliance, creating practical tools that support both people and organizations.

Posts by Laurent Maisonnave
Why Employers End Up on Canada’s Non-Compliance List
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Why Employers End Up on Canada’s Non-Compliance List

Every year, dozens of Canadian employers find themselves publicly listed as non-compliant with the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) or the Inte …

2025-07-02 18:54:53 Updated : Jul 24, 2025 3 min read
Canada Updates PGWP: 119 New Programs Added, 178 Removed in 2025
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Canada Updates PGWP: 119 New Programs Added, 178 Removed in 2025

Canada has announced substantial changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program that could reshape the future of thousands of international …

2025-06-30 16:45:07 2 min read
Prepare for 2025–2026 LMIA Changes: Key Policies HR Must Act On Now
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Prepare for 2025–2026 LMIA Changes: Key Policies HR Must Act On Now

As Canada recalibrates its immigration priorities, HR departments face a crucial inflection point. In 2025–2026, stricter LMIA rules could delay hirin …

2025-06-27 13:00:00 Updated : Jul 22, 2025 2 min read
Navigate LMIA Rules Fast: Quebec, Agri Food, Construction & Tech
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Navigate LMIA Rules Fast: Quebec, Agri Food, Construction & Tech

Canada’s LMIA rules vary by province and sector. Knowing the difference can save time, money, and legal trouble. This guide focuses on Quebec, agri fo …

2025-06-25 13:00:00 Updated : Jul 22, 2025 3 min read
Link LMIA to PR: Boost Express Entry Points and Long-Term Retention
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Link LMIA to PR: Boost Express Entry Points and Long-Term Retention

Many employers see the LMIA as the end goal, but it can also be a gateway to permanent residency (PR).

2025-06-23 15:41:06 Updated : Jul 22, 2025 2 min read
Avoid LMIA Rejections: Top 5 Employer Mistakes in 2025
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Avoid LMIA Rejections: Top 5 Employer Mistakes in 2025

For HR professionals managing international recruitment, the LMIA process often feels like a balancing act, between hiring urgency and federal complia …

2025-06-20 19:25:17 Updated : Jul 22, 2025 3 min read
After Approval: LMIA Compliance and the 6-Year Audit Rule (2025)
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After Approval: LMIA Compliance and the 6-Year Audit Rule (2025)

Getting an LMIA approved is a win, but it’s not the finish line. For HR teams, the true compliance challenge begins after the foreign worker is hired. …

2025-06-12 14:30:02 Updated : Jul 22, 2025 3 min read
Plan for LMIA Delays: Avoid 2025 Hiring Risks with Smart Planning
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Plan for LMIA Delays: Avoid 2025 Hiring Risks with Smart Planning

For Canadian employers recruiting temporary foreign workers, the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a critical, and often unpredictable, step. …

2025-06-10 18:50:28 Updated : Jun 12, 2025 3 min read
LMIA File Prep 2025: Documents, Proof & Transition Plans Explained
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LMIA File Prep 2025: Documents, Proof & Transition Plans Explained

Posting the job is only half the LMIA battle. For HR teams, most rejections happen when the file is incomplete: missing documents, vague transition pl …

2025-06-06 15:00:02 3 min read

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