LMIAS Restaurant Industry

The Food Service & Resturaunt Industry

and Foothills Immigration

Working Together To Accomplish Immigration Goals.

When Foothills Immigration handles your LMIA processing, you're in expert hands. 14+ years of Canadian Immigration Legal Experience and 1000's of approvals set us apart.


We Deliver the Results You Want

With over 14 years of hands-on Canadian immigration law experience and an unparalleled success rate, you can trust that you're in the right hands. We have processed over 1000 successful LMIA’s.



As experts in our field, our exceptional results speak for themselves. We are confident you will be thrilled with our service and the successful outcome.

We're Honest

This is something we take very seriously. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of practice and excellence, constantly striving to exceed our clients' expectations.


Our exceptionally high success rate and excellent client satisfaction, as reflected in our 5-star Google reviews, demonstrate our commitment. In fact, over ninety-five percent of our clients come from referrals.

Communication

You'll be kept informed at every step of the application process, while we handle the heavy lifting.



Our skilled team meticulously manages all the details. You will receive a comprehensive overview of our process, along with all the necessary supporting documents, instructions, and information needed for your successful application.


Every client is our top priority. We handle your application with the utmost professionalism and precision, ensuring it's completed in an expedited manner.

Legal and Professional Standing

Foothills Immigration Inc. is an industry leading team in good standing with the CICC. We are one of Canada’s leading specialists in Canadian immigration, LMIA's and citizenship law.



Our goal is to have your application perfectly prepared and promptly submitted to the government for processing. We never cut corners.


Hiring Facts

Hiring temporary foreign workers (TFWs) under the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) program is common in Canada's Food Service and Restaurant industry. Here are some key facts and statistics related to this practice:

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  • Prevalence of TFWs in the Food Service Industry

    • High Dependency: The food service industry, particularly in certain regions and for specific roles like cooks and kitchen staff, has a high dependency on TFWs due to labour shortages.

    • Occupational Categories: The most common roles filled by TFWs in this sector include cooks, chefs, food counter attendants, and kitchen helpers.

  • Regional Differences

    • Western Canada: Provinces like Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan often have a higher concentration of TFWs in the food service industry due to booming local economies and lower unemployment rates, making it harder to find domestic workers.

    • Atlantic Canada: The Atlantic provinces also rely on TFWs, particularly in rural areas where local labour pools are limited.

  • LMIA Applications

    • Increase in LMIA Approvals: In recent years, there has been a notable increase in the number of LMIA applications and approvals for positions in the food service industry, reflecting ongoing labour shortages.

    • Processing Times: LMIA processing times for the food service industry can vary, with a general average ranging from a few weeks to several months, depending on the complexity of the application and the current backlog.

  • Economic Impact

    • Contribution to Workforce: TFWs contribute significantly to the food service industry, filling crucial roles that are otherwise hard to staff, particularly in peak seasons or in locations with lower populations.

    • Retention Challenges: Despite the critical role of TFWs, retention can be challenging due to temporary work permits, leading to a continuous need for hiring and training new workers.

  • Challenges and Controversies

    • Criticism of Overreliance: There has been criticism regarding the overreliance on TFWs, with concerns about the potential suppression of wages and working conditions for domestic workers.

    • Compliance Issues: Employers in the food service industry must ensure compliance with strict LMIA requirements, including proving that no Canadian workers are available for the job and that hiring a TFW will not negatively impact the Canadian labour market.

  • Government Policies

    • Recent Changes: The Canadian government has implemented changes to the TFW Program, including higher scrutiny on LMIA applications, caps on the percentage of TFWs that can be hired by a single employer in low-wage positions, and more rigorous compliance inspections.

    • Pathways to Permanent Residency: Some TFWs in the food service industry may have pathways to permanent residency through provincial nominee programs (PNPs) or other immigration streams, especially in regions with acute labour shortages.

We're Here To Get You Results.

As LMIA Experts, we understand your industry and specialize in managing your specific application with expertise.

  • We'll show you options and solutions; We may even suggest a 'better way'.
  • Easy intake and document collection from you; let us do the hard work.
  • We produce all ads, recruitment summaries and set up accounts for you.
  • We handle it ALL for you. You are never left guessing or scrambling - We have it covered, and you're advised every step of the way.

Work Permits

How work permits are submitted is critical, there is no room for error. The set backs could effect you greatly and are avoidable.

  • You and your employees will feel confident with our detailed system for processing.
  • The attention and care each client receives from Foothills is paramount; they know exactly what, where and how.
  • Communication with all parties at all stages ensures a seamless submission.
  • Our team at Foothills are experts and are able to handle these cases quickly and with upmost professionalism.

How We Help You Build a Successful LMIA Application

We’ve helped hundreds of employers obtain positive LMIAs to support their workforce needs thanks to our proven process and extensive knowledge. 

Step 1 > Discovery

Book a complimentary consultation to better understand your options for securing a positive LMIA.

Step 2 > Engagement

Official kick off! Sign authorization so we can fully and legally represent your case with Service Canada.

Step 3 > Intake

You will receive a simple questionnaire, a compilation of necessary documents, and guidance for next steps to ensure you are fully briefed on the upcoming process. 

Step 4 > Production

Our team goes to work setting all advertising and building your LMIA application. We handle advertising requirements, register for Jobbank (if needed), produce a recruitment summary, and stay in contact with you throughout the entire process. 

Step 5 > Review

Your complete application will come to you for review and signatures. After your review, we perform a rigorous internal review to ensure perfection! 

Step 6 > Submission

Your application is submitted to Service Canada. We immediately send you a confirmation of submission, summary of current government processing times, and advise you immediately of any government communication. 

Step 7 > Government Processing

Additional requests may be required. We join you for your ESDC interview to ensure the application is being represented with full professional direction from start to finish.

Step 8 > Decision

You are immediately contacted when your application is updated. We are there to walk you through the next steps, and of course, celebrate approvals!

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