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Foothills Immigration.


With over 14 years of experience, hundreds of LMIA applications, and an impressive  99% approval rate, Foothills Immigration stands out in multiple LMIA streams to help you obtain a successful LMIA.

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We Deliver the Results You Want

With more than 14 years of practical experience in Canadian immigration law and an unmatched success rate, you can be confident that you're in capable hands. We have successfully processed over 1000 LMIA applications.


As specialists in our domain, our outstanding results reflect our expertise. We are certain you will be delighted with our services and the positive results we achieve.

We're Honest

This matter is of utmost importance to us. We adhere to the highest standards of practice and excellence, consistently working to surpass our clients' expectations.


Our remarkable success rate and outstanding client satisfaction, evident in our 5-star Google reviews, underscore our dedication. In fact, more than ninety-five percent of our clients are referred to us.

Communication

You will be kept updated throughout every stage of the application process while we take care of the heavy lifting. Our expert team diligently oversees all the intricate details. You will receive a thorough overview of our process, accompanied by all essential documents, instructions, and information necessary for your successful application.


Each client is our utmost priority. We treat your application with the highest level of professionalism and precision, guaranteeing its swift completion.

Legal and Professional Standing

Foothills Immigration Inc. is a premier team in excellent standing with the CICC. We are among Canada’s top specialists in Canadian immigration, LMIA’s, and citizenship law.


Our objective is to ensure your application is meticulously prepared and swiftly submitted to the government for processing. We never compromise on quality.

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We are extremely proud and privileged to have been selected by the Tim Hortons National Advisory Board (2023) to assist and represent franchise owners through the process of maintaining and onboarding temporary foreign workers within the Canadian Immigration system.

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Foothills Immigration is extremely proud and privileged to have been selected by the Tim Hortons National Advisory Board (2023) to assist and represent franchise owners through the process of maintaining and onboarding temporary foreign workers within the Canadian Immigration system.



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LMIA Types and Application Requirements

Canadian employers are required to obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to get approval to hire foreign workers, unless they qualify for an exemption. The LMIA process allows employers to demonstrate that they cannot fill certain positions locally. If successful, they receive a positive LMIA decision.
 
This positive LMIA decision, also known as an LMIA confirmation letter, serves as an "agreement" between the employer and the government, outlining the terms and conditions for hiring foreign workers.

  • Employer Eligibility Requirements

    To obtain a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), a company must meet the following basic requirements:


    • Operate as a business that provides goods or services to the public in Canada.

    • Demonstrate a genuine need to fill a vacancy with foreign workers due to a local shortage and the reasonable requirements of the business.

    • Be capable of fulfilling all terms of the job offer extended to foreign workers.

    • Have not laid off local employees in the same occupation within the twelve months preceding the application.

    • Have no outstanding compliance issues.

    • Adhere to the terms of any previous LMIAs.


  • Types of LMIA Streams

    If a business meets the minimum eligibility criteria, the next step is to select the most suitable LMIA stream for application.


    Each stream has its own specific requirements or exemptions, which can affect the process.


    There are the following streams:

    • Low Wage 
    • High Wage 
    • PR Dual Intent 
    • PR Support
    • Global Talent

    Depending on the chosen stream, the process may be either complex and lengthy or more straightforward and expedited. 


    These factors also influence the LMIA processing time and associated fees.


  • Fees and Processing Times

    Employers seeking to hire a temporary foreign worker can generally include the cost of obtaining a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) as a business expense. LMIA-related fees may include:


    • LMIA Processing Fee (CAD 1,000 per position)

    • Costs for advertising the position

    • Administrative expenses for preparing and submitting the application

    • Legal fees if an immigration professional is hired to assist with the LMIA process


    Not all cases will incur every fee listed above. There are situations where employers might be exempt from LMIA Processing Fees and provide details on other expenses involved in the LMIA process.


    Processing times can vary significantly based on several factors, including the LMIA stream, the specific job (NOC), and any applicable pilot programs with ESDC. 


    We relay the most current posted ESDC processing times at the onset of your application to help you prepare.


How We Build a Successful LMIA Application

We have assisted hundreds of employers in securing favorable LMIAs to meet their workforce requirements through our established process and extensive expertise.

Step 1. Discovery

Let's talk! Our professional advise is sound, honest, and accredited. Schedule a free consultation to gain a clearer insight into your options for obtaining a favorable LMIA.

Step 2. Engagement

After being inform of your options, timelines, and expenses, we’re all set to move forward! We are prepared to represent your case comprehensively and legally with IRCC and Service Canada (ESDC).

Step 3. Intake

You will be provided with a straightforward questionnaire, an outline of essential documents, and instructions for the next steps to ensure you are thoroughly informed about the forthcoming process.

Step 4. Production

Our team diligently sets up all advertising and prepares your LMIA application. We manage advertising needs, register for Jobbank (if necessary), create a recruitment summary, and maintain communication with you throughout the entire process.

Step 5. Review

Your finalized application will be sent to you for your review and signatures. Once you've completed your review, we conduct a thorough internal assessment to ensure excellence!

Step 6. Submission

Your application has been submitted to Service Canada. We promptly provide you with a confirmation of submission, a summary of current government processing times, and we will notify you immediately of any updates from the government.

Step 7. Government Processing

Further requests may be made by ESDC and we diligently communication with Service Canada on your behalf. We accompany you to your ESDC interview to ensure your application is represented with complete professional guidance from beginning to end.

Step 8. Decision

You will be promptly notified when there are updates to your application. We're here to guide you through the upcoming steps and, of course, to celebrate your approvals!

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