LMIA Applications – Hire Foreign Workers the Right Way

Hiring international talent can help your business grow, fill labour shortages, and bring fresh expertise to your team. But in most cases, Canadian employers need a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to do so legally.

At Makland Immigration, we simplify the complex LMIA process and ensure your application meets all the requirements of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

What is an LMIA?

An LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) is a document issued by ESDC that gives an employer permission to hire a temporary foreign worker. A positive LMIA shows that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available to fill the position, and hiring a foreign worker will not negatively impact the Canadian labour market.
Once approved, the foreign worker can use the LMIA to apply for a work permit through IRCC.

When is an LMIA Required?

An LMIA is generally required when hiring a foreign worker under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Some categories under the International Mobility Program (IMP) are LMIA-exempt, but most standard jobs need a valid LMIA before hiring.
Common industries that frequently use LMIA include:

• Construction
• Agriculture
• Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Transportation
• Tech & engineering

How Makland Immigration Helps Employers

LMIA applications are highly detailed and scrutinized by the government. Our team at Makland Immigration will:

• Help determine whether an LMIA is needed
• Assist in meeting recruitment requirements
• Prepare and file all employer and job-related documents
• Ensure proper job offer formatting and wages meet provincial standards
• Liaise with Service Canada on your behalf
• Support your foreign worker’s work permit application after LMIA approval