Support for Workers Navigating Immigration Challenges in Canada

Most work permits start with a job offer from a Canadian employer. Some tie you to that one employer. Others are open, and a few streams do not need an LMIA at all. Which of them is realistic for you depends on your nationality, your occupation and the employer. We go through that with you in the first consultation, which is free.

It is a decision from Employment and Social Development Canada saying that a Canadian employer may hire a foreign worker for a job. The employer applies for it, not you. Several streams are exempt, so not every case needs one.

Do not wait for it to expire. While your status is still valid you usually have more options. Depending on the case that can mean an extension, a change of employer or permit type, or restoration within a short window after it runs out. Talk to us early.

There are several federal and provincial routes. Whether you qualify depends on things like your age, education, language, work experience and any job offer you have. Government policy also changes the rules from one year to the next. We do not guarantee results. We look at your profile and tell you honestly which routes are worth trying.

In many programs it counts in your favour. How much it counts depends on the type of permit, your occupation and the province. Bring your permits and pay records to the consultation and we will go through them with you.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor certain family members. That includes a spouse or partner and dependent children. Some programs also cover parents and grandparents. There are income rules and a financial undertaking, and both the quotas and the requirements change every year.

It varies a lot by category and by the country the application comes from. IRCC updates the figures often. Nobody can honestly give you a date. What really makes a difference is a complete, well prepared file, because that is what avoids delays and refusals.

Yes. The first conversation is free and confidential, and we are not here to judge anyone. We will not promise you a result either. We will tell you plainly where you stand, what the risks are, and whether any lawful route is open to you.

No. What you tell our team stays with our team. We work through lawful channels and public policy advocacy, and nothing happens without your agreement.

We work with employers on the difficult cases. That means understanding what is required, preparing the process and dealing with problems when they come up. Requirements change with the province, the occupation and the size of the company, so the first step is a conversation about the specific vacancy.

Yes, it is possible. The rules depend on the species and the country you are coming from, and usually require an up-to-date rabies vaccine and a vet certificate. Check the Canadian Food Inspection Agency website before booking your trip.

It depends on the program and on how many applications are in the queue. The government publishes average processing times that change through the year. In the first consultation we look at your case and tell you the times being seen right now, with no promises.