Employer Authorization for International Workers
Professional LMIA Services by Mi Way Immigration
Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing enables Canadian employers to hire international workers by demonstrating unavailability of Canadian candidates. Our comprehensive LMIA services guide employers through complex application requirements while ensuring regulatory compliance and maximizing approval probability.
LMIA Purpose & Requirements
Labour Market Testing
- Demonstration that no qualified Canadian workers are available for the position
- Comprehensive recruitment efforts meeting Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) standards
- Wage offering at or above prevailing wage rates for the occupation and region
- Working conditions compliance with provincial and federal employment standards
Economic Benefits Assessment
- Positive economic impact demonstration for Canadian labour market
- Skills transfer potential from international worker to Canadian employees
- Training and development opportunities creation for Canadian workforce
- Regional economic development contribution through employment creation
Application Categories
Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)
- High-wage positions exceeding provincial median wage thresholds
- Low-wage positions below median wage with enhanced requirements
- Seasonal agricultural worker positions with specific industry requirements
- Live-in caregiver positions with residential care responsibilities
Global Talent Stream (GTS)
- Unique and specialized talent category for highly skilled workers
- Referred positions through designated referral partners
- Expedited processing (10 business days) for qualifying applications
- Enhanced recruitment and wage requirements with streamlined process
Recruitment Requirements
Advertising Standards
- Job posting duration and platform requirements meeting ESDC specifications
- Canadian job seeker priority demonstration through comprehensive outreach
- Recruitment effort documentation including applicant screening and interview records
- Labour market research supporting wage determination and position necessity
Documentation Standards
- Detailed job description outlining duties, qualifications, and working conditions
- Organizational chart showing position integration and reporting structure
- Business operation evidence including financial statements and tax returns
- Recruitment summary explaining Canadian candidate unavailability reasons
Professional Service Excellence
Complete LMIA Partnership
- End-to-end employer support throughout entire LMIA approval process
- Strategic guidance ensuring regulatory compliance and requirement satisfaction
- Comprehensive application preparation maximizing approval probability through expert presentation
- Interview preparation for employer communications with ESDC assessment officers
Recruitment Compliance
- Advertising strategy development ensuring ESDC requirement satisfaction
- Recruitment documentation compilation supporting Canadian worker unavailability claims
- Applicant screening process guidance ensuring fair and comprehensive evaluation
- Documentation standards ensuring audit readiness and compliance verification
Application Process Management
Strategic Preparation
- Position analysis ensuring LMIA eligibility and requirement satisfaction
- Wage determination research establishing competitive and compliant compensation
- Recruitment plan development meeting advertising and outreach requirements
- Application compilation ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
Submission & Follow-up
- Professional application submission with comprehensive supporting documentation
- ESDC communication management throughout assessment process
- Additional information requests handling ensuring timely and complete responses
- Decision communication and work permit coordination upon approval
Employer Benefits
International Talent Access
- Qualified international worker recruitment addressing Canadian labour shortages
- Specialized skill acquisition supporting business growth and development
- Cultural diversity enhancement supporting organizational innovation and perspective
- Competitive advantage through expanded talent pool access
Regulatory Compliance
- Professional guidance ensuring immigration law compliance throughout process
- Documentation standards meeting audit requirements and regulatory expectations
- Risk mitigation through expert application preparation and submission
- Long-term relationship development supporting ongoing recruitment needs
Service Expertise
Industry Knowledge
- Sector-specific requirement understanding across diverse industries
- Regional labour market analysis supporting position necessity claims
- Wage benchmark research ensuring competitive and compliant compensation
- Recruitment best practices application maximizing Canadian worker outreach
Regulatory Expertise
- Current LMIA policy interpretation ensuring application alignment with requirements
- ESDC communication protocol knowledge supporting effective interaction
- Processing timeline management with strategic submission timing
- Appeal and reconsideration processes when applications require additional advocacy
Ensure your Canadian employment journey proceeds smoothly through proper LMIA processing with our comprehensive employer services.