Master LMIA Compliance: Best Practices for Policies and Record-Keeping
For Canadian employers, LMIA compliance is far more than securing initial approvals, it’s an ongoing obligation rooted in clear policies and rigorous …
Act Now: Canada Widens Low-Wage LMIA Ban Across 26 CMAs
At a Glance Effective July 11, 2025, low-wage LMIA applications are banned in 26 urban regions, including Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, and Montreal. H …
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 …
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 …
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).
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 …
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. …
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. …
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 …