LMIA, LMIA-exempt categories, employer recruitment assistance, and the Canadian Experience Class hours that lead to PR — same case manager from the work permit through to permanent residency.
| Stream | When it applies | Processing | PR pathway |
|---|---|---|---|
| LMIA — high-wage | Above prevailing wage | 4–6 mo total | CEC after 12 mo |
| LMIA — low-wage | Below prevailing wage | 4–6 mo total | PNP-led pathways |
| CUSMA professional | US/Mexican professionals | At port of entry | CEC after 12 mo |
| GTS (Global Talent) | Tech occupations | 2-week processing | CEC accelerated |
| Intra-company transfer | Existing multinational | 4–8 weeks | CEC after 12 mo |
| Spousal Open Work Permit | Spouse of skilled worker | 8–16 weeks | Independent of spouse’s file |
Job posting, advertising, recruitment summary, wage attestation. Filed by employer with our drafting.
Filed concurrent with positive LMIA. Biometrics scheduled in advance. Family applications filed together.
Port-of-entry strategy. SIN setup, OHIP/MSP/AHCIP enrolment, banking, school for dependents.
NOC TEER 0/1/2/3 hours tracked from week one; Express Entry profile timed for highest CRS window.
Eight questions, instant Sponsor Likelihood + a projected CRS for the Express Entry move once your work permit is in hand.
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Standard LMIA processing is 30–60 business days for high-wage and low-wage streams. GTS (Global Talent Stream) processes in around 2 weeks for eligible tech occupations. We pick the stream that matches the employer’s timeline.
If your job is NOC TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3, yes — hours count toward Canadian Experience Class for Express Entry after 12 months of full-time work. We confirm NOC matching before you start.
Spouses of most skilled workers and PGWP holders qualify for an Open Work Permit. Filed in parallel with your work permit so the family arrives ready to work.
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Information reflects current trends as of the most recent update. Visa rules, fee schedules, intake windows, and entry requirements change regularly and depend on individual circumstances. For the most up-to-date position that applies to your case, please contact us or check directly with the relevant authority before acting.
Fees and cost figures are shown in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise noted; conversions are indicative. For legally binding requirements, always visit the official country-specific government website (IRCC, UKVI, USCIS, Home Affairs, BAMF, ICA, etc.) or the official test/admissions partner site before paying any fee or submitting an application.
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