Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
What is an Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)?
A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that an employer in Canada needs to obtain before hiring a foreign worker. The purpose of the LMIA is to verify that there is a need for a foreign worker to fill the job and that no Canadian worker is available to do the job.
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Permanent Resident Stream
For employers looking to hire foreign workers who will become permanent residents.
Low-wage Stream
For positions where the wage offered is below the median hourly wage for the province or territory.
High-wage Stream
For positions where the wage offered is above the median hourly wage for the province or territory.
Global Talent Stream
For high-growth companies looking to hire unique and specialized talent from around the world.
Agricultural Stream
For positions in the agricultural sector, including primary agriculture and the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program.