LMIA Positive

A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that an employer in Canada needs before hiring a foreign worker.

The main purpose of a positive LMIA is to demonstrate that a foreign worker is needed to fill a particular job and there is no Canadian worker or permanent resident available to do it.

Sometimes a positive LMIA is called a Letter of Confirmation and is requested directly by the Canadian employer or employer. Once the positive LMIA is obtained, the foreign worker can apply for a work permit.

Restrictions for this document

Requested by the Canadian employer
It is costly and time-consuming.
The employer must meet certain requirements to be eligible for a positive LMIA.
For the province of Quebec, you may need a CAQ.

Requirements for this document

To apply for an LMIA, the employer must:

Comply with LMIA requirements.
Demonstrate the legitimacy of the company.
Provide proof of recruitment.
Retain all relevant records for 6 years from the first day of the period of employment for which we issue the work permit.
Inform the Employer Contact Center of any changes in working conditions and any changes or errors with an approved LMIA.