Recommend candidates’ resumes to the employer based on the job requirements, ensuring the best matches.
The employer arranges interviews to evaluate whether the candidate meets the job criteria.
After the interview, the employer issues a formal job offer to the candidate, outlining the terms of employment.
The candidate gathers and prepares all the necessary documents for the work visa application.
Assist the applicant in submitting the required documents to the relevant authorities for visa processing.
Once the work visa is approved, the applicant enters the destination country, obtains the official work permit, and starts the job.
● Access to Social Services: Work permit holders and their families may have access to social services, healthcare, and educational opportunities for their children, enhancing their quality of life in Canada.
● Education for Children: Dependent children of work permit holders can attend public schools in Canada at no cost, providing them with quality education while living in the country.
● Open Work Permit for Spouses: Spouses of certain work permit holders may be eligible for an open work permit, allowing them to work in Canada while their partner is employed.
● Pathway to Permanent Residency: Many work permit holders can apply for permanent residency through various immigration programs, such as the Canadian Experience Class, Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), or Express Entry. Work experience gained in Canada can significantly enhance their eligibility.
An LMIA is a document that an employer needs to obtain from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) before hiring a foreign worker. It confirms that there is a need for a foreign worker and no Canadian worker is available for the job.
An LMIA is generally necessary when an employer intends to hire a temporary foreign worker through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. This requirement applies to both high-wage and low-wage roles, as well as to certain specialized streams, such as the Global Talent Stream.However, some work permit categories, like those under the International Mobility Program (IMP),are LMIA-exempt.
Employers must demonstrate efforts to recruit Canadians, such as posting the job for at least four weeks on the Canada Job Bank and possibly on other recruitment channels. They also need to provide details on the job, salary, and working conditions.
An LMIA approval allows the foreign worker to apply for a work permit or a permanent residency but does not guarantee the permit itself, as additional eligibility criteria must be met by the applicant.
No, LMIAs are specific to the job and employer listed in the application. A new LMIA application is required if a different employer wants to hire the worker or if the job material change.
An LMIA is typically valid for six months from the date of issue, meaning the foreign worker must apply for a work permit or permanent residency within that period. If the work permit application is not submitted within this period, a new LMIA application may be required