LMIA Services
Labour Market Impact Assessment Support
A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document Canadian employers may need to hire foreign workers. It verifies that no qualified Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available for the position. Quitno's LMIA specialists guide employers through the process efficiently.
How the Process Works
Employer Assessment
Review employer qualifications, job genuineness, and LMIA stream.
Recruitment Campaign
Quitno advises on a compliant Canadian recruitment effort across required platforms.
Application Preparation
Prepare comprehensive LMIA application with all supporting documentation.
ESDC Submission
Submit to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) for review.
Processing
ESDC reviews; Quitno responds to any requests for additional information.
LMIA Approved
Positive LMIA supports the foreign worker's work permit application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all work permits LMIA-based?
No. Many work permit categories are LMIA-exempt, including CUSMA/USMCA workers, significant benefit categories, intra-company transfers, and IEC participants. Quitno first determines if an LMIA is actually required.
What does a positive LMIA mean?
A positive LMIA confirms that the foreign worker's employment will not negatively impact the Canadian labour market. The worker can then use it to apply for a work permit.
Can a high-wage LMIA be used for PR?
Yes. Employment with a positive LMIA contributes to the foreign worker's Canadian work experience, which can count toward Express Entry (CEC) and PNP pathways to permanent residency.
Eligibility Requirements
- Registered Canadian employer
- Demonstrated genuine job vacancy
- Proof of recruitment efforts (minimum 4 weeks)
- Competitive wages meeting prevailing standards
- Good employer compliance record
- Specific job requirements for the position
Required Documents
- Business registration and CRA account
- Detailed job description and requirements
- Recruitment evidence (ads, applications reviewed, interviews conducted)
- Payroll and financial records
- Organizational chart
- Employer compliance questionnaire
- Union consultation (if applicable)
- Business viability documents
Benefits
- Legal pathway to hire international talent
- Compliance with Canadian employment law
- Worker can obtain employer-specific work permit
- High-wage LMIA attracts top global talent
- Foundation for worker's PR application
- Supports provincial nominee applications