The Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process involves employers applying for permission to hire foreign workers when no Canadians are available.

• Advertise for at least 4 weeks.
• Legitimate Canadian business entity.
• Show genuine labor shortage need.
• Use at least two recruitment channels.

Engage in business activities like networking, negotiating contracts, or attending conferences without entering the Canadian labor market.

• Duration: Stays up to six months.
• Purpose: Investments & expansion.

Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP)

Allows employers to hire temporary foreign workers for planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops during peak seasons.

• Specific industry work experience.
• Valid job offer in agri-food sector.
• Language proficiency requirements.