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Work Visa
A Work Visa enables individuals to live and work in Canada temporarily when they have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer. We assist both employers and foreign workers in navigating the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and the International Mobility Program (IMP) process and ensuring that all requirements are met and that applications are prepared accurately and strategically.
LMIA Permits
If a Canadian employer obtains a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), they may hire a foreign worker to fill a specific position. A positive LMIA indicates that Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has determined that no Canadian citizens or permanent residents are available to fill the role, thereby authorizing the employer to recruit a foreign worker.
If you receive a job offer supported by a positive LMIA, you must meet the applicable eligibility requirements to apply for an employer-specific work permit to enter Canada temporarily as a worker.
In general, the offered position must meet or exceed the median wage for the occupation and geographic location. However, the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) includes several distinct streams, such as high-wage, low-wage, caregiver, agricultural, and high-skilled occupations, each with its own requirements and conditions.
IMP Permits
There are several employer-specific work permits that are exempt from the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) requirement.
The International Mobility Program (IMP) includes work permits issued under international agreements—both trade and non-trade—such as CUSMA, GATS, CETA, and CPTPP, among others.
In addition, there are agreements between the federal government and Canadian provinces and territories that give rise to provincial and territorial nomination programs (PNP), which provide immigration pathways tailored to regional labour market needs and priorities.
Youth mobility programs also allow for temporary entry to Canada under reciprocal employment agreements, primarily through the International Experience Canada (IEC) program.
Professionals, intra-company transferees, traders, and investors who provide a significant benefit or reciprocal employment to Canada may also be eligible for LMIA-exempt work permits under the IMP.
Furthermore, certain work permits are policy-based and designated by the Minister, including those issued for research programs, the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), PhD fellows, and medical residents.
Finally, LMIA-exempt work permits are also available for religious and charitable workers.
Eligibility Requirements:
Obtain an offer of employment.
Proof of funds to pay for living expenses of yourself and your family members.
Biometrics and Police certificate showing no criminal record.
Medical examination demonstrating good health.
Proof that you will leave Canada at the end of your authorized period of stay.
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