Many newcomers struggle with securing a job in Canada due to Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) complexities. Who qualifies? How do you apply? What happens if your LMIA is refused? Understanding these questions is crucial for foreign workers looking to build a stable future in Canada.
To simplify the process, AskAïa presents the second episode of our Immigration Q&A Series with Bani Arora, a regulated Canadian immigration expert. In this episode, Bani breaks down the most important LMIA questions, providing clear and practical answers for those navigating the process, with real-time support from Aïa, your personal immigration assistant.
If you're considering working in Canada, understanding Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) is essential. In this video, Bani Arora, a regulated Canadian immigration consultant at AskAïa, explains the most important aspects of LMIAs, from fees and validity to family sponsorship and permanent residency.
All answers in this episode are based on the latest policies and official government updates, with real-time insights powered by Aïa, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
0:00 - LMIA 101: What is it & Why You Need to Know
0:40 - LMIA Application: Your Step-by-Step Guide
1:11 - LMIA Fees: Who Pays & How Much?
2:10 - LMIA Approval: The Secret Factors Revealed
2:56 - LMIA Job Offers: One or Many?
3:11 - LMIA Validity: How Long Does It Last?
3:42 - LMIA Denied? Don't Panic! Here's What To Do
4:06 - Bring Your Family to Canada: LMIA Family Guide
4:32 - LMIA & Work Permits: What's Changed?
4:44 - LMIA & Taxes: Are You Paying Your Fair Share?
5:12 - LMIA Job Change: Can You Switch Employers?
5:48 - LMIA Abuse: Know Your Rights & Get Help Now!
6:06 - LMIA to PR: Your Path to Permanent Residency
6:39 - LMIA Processing Time: How Long Will You Wait?
7:28- LMIA Exceptions: Are You Exempt?
7:42 - LMIA Application: DIY or Hire a Pro?
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For foreign workers, securing an LMIA-approved job is a crucial step toward gaining legal employment in Canada. It provides not just a work permit but also an opportunity for long-term stability and career growth.
Work legally in Canada: An LMIA-backed work permit allows you to live and work in Canada with full legal authorization.
Pathway to permanent residency: Many LMIA-based workers become eligible for Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP), improving their chances of obtaining PR.
Family sponsorship opportunities: Depending on the type of LMIA job, spouses may qualify for an open work permit, and children can attend school in Canada.
Job security: LMIA-approved positions provide stability and clear employment terms, reducing uncertainty for foreign workers.
Want to know if an LMIA is right for you? Ask Aïa now to check your eligibility and explore your next steps.
For Canadian businesses, securing an LMIA is a critical step in hiring foreign talent. It ensures that hiring a foreign worker does not negatively impact Canadian job seekers and confirms that the position cannot be filled locally.
Access to skilled workers: Allows businesses to fill labor shortages in industries facing workforce gaps.
Workforce stability: Enables companies to secure foreign workers for up to three years, reducing turnover.
Pathway to long-term employment: Many LMIA-backed employees transition to permanent residency, offering long-term workforce retention.
Compliance with Canadian labor laws: Ensures fair wages and work conditions, maintaining ethical hiring practices.
Employers must demonstrate recruitment efforts to hire Canadians before applying for an LMIA and meet wage requirements to ensure fair treatment of foreign workers. Understanding these requirements helps businesses streamline the process and avoid delays.
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LMIAs are a game-changer for many newcomers and businesses in Canada, opening doors to work opportunities, long-term stability, and even permanent residency. But navigating the process isn’t always easy—that’s why we’re here to help.
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