How long can a temporary foreign worker stay in Canada?
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There is no set maximum amount of time you can work in Canada as a temporary worker.
How do I know my LMIA is approved?
Labour Market Impact Assessments are issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). You must apply through ESDC for a legitimate LMIA. If you apply through a consultancy firm, they should show you the document issued by ESDC and proof of communication with ESDC on your behalf.
Can I get PR after work permit in Canada?
If you are working with a Canadian employer on a temporary work permit and the employer has made you an offer for permanent employment, you may be eligible to apply for your permanent residency under the Federal Skilled Worker Program. Such an offer is referred to as arranged employment.
What is an LMO and why is it important?
An LMO is the opinion provided by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)/Service Canada to the officer that enables the officer to determine whether the employment of the foreign worker is likely to have a positive or negative impact on the labour market in Canada.
How does an employer inform a foreign worker of LMO results?
Employers then inform the foreign worker of the results of the Labour Market Opinion assessment. For administrative purposes, the employer must provide a copy of the LMO confirmation letter to the Foreign National (FN), as CIC and CBSA require a copy to process a work permit application, except where an LMO exemption applies.
How do I verify a FN’s link to the LMO?
CIC and CBSA officers will only be able to verify a FN’s link to the LMO via an Employment Validation search in both Global Case Management System and Field Operations Support System. The ability to generate and print a separate annex containing the names of the FNs selected by the employer, for their convenience.
Who is eligible to participate in the a-LMO initiative?
To be eligible to participate in the A-LMO Initiative, employers must: have been issued at least 1 positive LMO in the previous 2 years; have a clean record of compliance with the Program within the last 2 years; not have been the subject of an investigation, infraction or a serious complaint; and