Who this is for
- Workers with a job offer from a Canadian employer
- Employers who need to hire from abroad and want to understand the process
- Workers already in Canada whose employer is applying for a new assessment
- People comparing an LMIA route with an LMIA-exempt one
How we help
- 1
Check the match
We confirm the job, the wage and the location fit the stream, and whether an LMIA is really required.
- 2
Support the employer
The employer advertises, shows the effort made to hire locally and applies to the government. We explain each step and prepare supporting documents.
- 3
Apply for the permit
Once the assessment is approved, we prepare the worker's permit application with the offer, qualifications and proof of experience.
- 4
Plan the pathway
Where a work permit can lead to permanent residence, we map that out from the start.
What to bring to your first session
- Signed job offer with duties, wage and location
- Resume, diplomas and reference letters
- Language test results where required
- Employer details and business documents
Common questions
Who applies for the LMIA, me or the employer?
The employer. The worker applies for the work permit afterwards, using the approved assessment.
Can I estimate the wage line and timeline myself?
Yes. Our LMIA calculator shows whether the offered wage is high or low for the province, and how many weeks each step is likely to take.
Can I see which employers have hired foreign workers?
Yes. Use our hiring trends and employer search pages to see employers, roles and provinces from the public records.
How long does it take?
Both the assessment and the permit have separate waiting times. We show you the current figures on the processing times page.
General information only, not legal advice. Every case is different, and outcomes are decided by the government, not by us.