The International Mobility Program (IMP) enables Canadian employers to hire temporary foreign workers without the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). While most employers hiring foreign workers will require an LMIA, there are certain circumstances where LMIA-exemptions exist. These LMIA exemptions are based on the following conditions:

·      broader economic, cultural or other competitive advantages for Canada; and

·      reciprocal benefits enjoyed by Canadians and permanent residents.

One of them is the called “mobilité francophone”. This work permit is to promote the francophone immigration outside Quebec.  As Canada is a bilingual country, This a great opportunity for employees and employers.

The employers can hire a bilingual candidate from abroad without a LMIA. 

The employees can obtain a work permit through this program and can immigrate with theirs family.

In order to hire a foreign worker through the IMP, a Canadian employer must follow three steps:

·      Confirm the position or worker in question qualifies for an LMIA-exemption;

·      Pay the employer compliance fee of $230 CAD;

·      Submit the official job offer through the IMP’s Employer Portal.

Only after completing these three steps will the foreign national be eligible to apply for their own work permit. We can help either the employer submit the job offer or the candidate to apply for the work permit.