LMIA-Based Work Permit Applications
Secure Your Canadian Employment through Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) Work Permits with White Swan Immigration Consultants
Obtaining an LMIA-based work permit is an employer-driven pathway to legally work in Canada. A positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) demonstrates that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available to fill a specific position, allowing Canadian employers to hire qualified foreign professionals. At White Swan Immigration Consultants, we provide comprehensive, end-to-end support for both employers and foreign workers navigating the complex LMIA process.
What is an LMIA-Based Work Permit?
An LMIA-based work permit is issued after an employer in Canada receives a positive LMIA from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). The LMIA confirms the employer’s need to hire a foreign worker due to a labor shortage. With a positive LMIA, workers can apply for a work permit tied to the particular employer and position.
Key steps in the LMIA process include:
- Job Advertisement & Compliance: Employers must advertise the position on national and provincial job banks and demonstrate recruitment efforts.
- LMIA Application Submission: Employers submit a detailed LMIA application to ESDC, including workforce planning, business impact, and recruitment results.
- ESDC Decision: ESDC evaluates applications within six to ten weeks (standard streams) and two-week priority processing (Global Talent Stream).
- Work Permit Application: Upon a positive LMIA, the foreign worker applies to IRCC for a closed work permit tied to the employer’s offer.
Eligibility & 2025 LMIA Updates – What You Need to Know
Employer Eligibility:
- Legitimate Canadian business with the capacity to hire and compensate the foreign worker.
- Demonstrated recruitment efforts to hire Canadians first.
- Ability to meet wage and working condition standards.
Foreign Worker Eligibility:
- Valid job offer supported by a positive LMIA.
- Proof of professional qualifications, education, and experience.
- Language proficiency in English or French for certain occupations.
- Medical examinations and security clearances as required.
2025 Updates:
- Global Talent Stream (GTS) Expansion: More occupations added to the GTS list, with guaranteed two-week LMIA processing for high-demand tech and STEM roles.
- Enhanced Advertising Requirements: Employers must include wages and job details, demonstrating transparent recruitment.
- Digital LMIA Processing: ESDC’s online portal improvements have reduced processing times and enhanced application tracking.
- Wage Floor Adjustments: Updated median wage thresholds for low- and high-wage LMIA streams to reflect regional cost-of-living changes.
- Reconciliation with Express Entry: Certain LMIA-exempt streams better align with Express Entry, offering dual-intent options.
Our LMIA Service Packages
- Employer Compliance & LMIA Strategy
- Comprehensive review of business needs, labor market data, and recruitment strategy.
- Advice on LMIA stream selection: High-Wage, Low-Wage, Global Talent, Agricultural, In-Home Caregiver, and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP).
- Job Advertisement Management
- Drafting compliant job postings for national and provincial job boards.
- Guidance on required advertising duration and documentation of recruitment efforts.
- LMIA Application Preparation & Submission
- Completing ESDC application forms and compiling supporting documents (business plans, financial statements, workforce impact).
- Liaison with ESDC to address any follow-up requests.
- Work Permit Application for Foreign Workers
- Preparing and submitting the work permit application to IRCC once the LMIA is approved.
- Assistance with biometrics, medicals, and portal submissions.
- Priority Processing via Global Talent Stream
- Expedited two-week processing for qualifying tech and STEM roles.
- Dedicated support for innovative employers and highly-skilled candidates.
- LMIA Compliance Audits & Post-Approval Support
- Ongoing advice to maintain compliance with LMIA conditions.
- Renewal strategies and transition to permanent residency pathways.
Transitioning from LMIA-Based Work Permit to Permanent Residency
An LMIA-based work permit can be an excellent stepping-stone to Canadian permanent residency. We guide you through:
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): After one year of skilled work in Canada under an LMIA, apply through CEC for a PR pathway.
- Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP): Many provinces offer employer-driven streams for LMIA holders seeking nomination.
- Express Entry Profile Boost: A valid LMIA and job offer can add 50 to 200 CRS points, improving your chances in Express Entry draws.
Why Partner with White Swan Immigration Consultants for LMIA Services?
- Dual Expertise: We serve both employers and foreign workers, ensuring a seamless LMIA and work permit process.
- High Success Rate: Over 90% of our employer clients receive positive LMIAs on first submission.
- Full-Service Support: From job postings to PR pathways, we provide end-to-end solutions under one roof.
- Timely & Transparent: Clear timelines, transparent fee structures, and real-time status updates.
Book Your LMIA Consultation Today
Ensure your Canadian employer’s staffing needs are met quickly and compliantly. Contact White Swan Immigration Consultants to discuss your LMIA-based work permit strategy.
📍 Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
📧 Email: info@wsic.ca
📞 Phone: +1 778 772 7865
