A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document that an employer in Canada may need to get before hiring a foreign worker. The LMIA is valid for a limited time.  If your employer would like to keep you for a longer period, they must apply for a new LMIA.  ​A positive LMIA will show there is a need for a foreign worker to fill the job. It will also show that no Canadian worker or permanent resident is available to do the job.  An employer, wishing to hire a foreign worker must submit an application to Employment and Social Development (ESDC) Canada…

A Canadian work permit allows you to work under a specific employer (employer specific) or with any employer in Canada (open work permit). Generally, all temporary workers require a work permit before they can begin work in Canada.​