LMIA ( Labor Market Impact Assessment ) is a document issued by Employment and Social Development Canada ( ESDC ) which allows a Canadian Employer to offer a position to Foreign Worker under employer specific work permit .

There are many different types of LMIA the most popular being 

Dual Intent LMIA – allowing Employer to support foreign worker’s permanent residency via various available immigration programs .

Work Permit Only LMIA – only for permanent residency support .

High / Low Wage LMIA – allowing for foreign workers in and outside Canada to apply for work permit and work n Canada for a period of time and eventually ( after at least 1 year of employment … some programs require more time  ) apply for Permanent Residency through available programs  .

Agriculture -Hire a temporary foreign agricultural worker

Academics – Bring Teachers and Professor to educational institutions .

Global Talent Stream – List of positions which can apply under this stream can be found here   .

LMIA programs are quite complicated  and the rules of individual programs are constantly updated.

Employers who are wishing to discover more information are invited to contact us directly at 6476376701 or info@domi-immigration.com . We offer free consultation and onsite visit if required .