LMIA Exemption Codes and Policies
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What is the primary function of Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) exemption codes within the International Mobility Program (IMP)?

  • To ensure all foreign workers undergo a labour market assessment, regardless of their specific situation.
  • To identify specific situations where foreign workers are eligible for work permits without needing an LMIA. (correct)
  • To assess the economic impact of foreign workers on the Canadian labour market.
  • To streamline the process of obtaining a positive LMIA for certain categories of workers.

According to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), under which sections is the authority provided to issue work permits without an LMIA?

  • Sections R213 to R216
  • Sections R209 to R212
  • Sections R200 to R203
  • Sections R204 to R208 (correct)

What is the role of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in relation to LMIA exemptions?

  • To eliminate the need for work permits for foreign nationals.
  • To strictly enforce LMIA requirements for all foreign workers.
  • To prioritize LMIA applications over LMIA exemption applications.
  • To determine which situations, by policy, meet the criteria for LMIA exemptions under the IRPR. (correct)

If a foreign national meets the eligibility criteria for an LMIA-exemption category, what does this primarily signify for their work permit application?

<p>They are not required to undergo a Labour Market Impact Assessment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Even if an applicant qualifies for an LMIA exemption, what further responsibility does an immigration officer have before issuing a work permit?

<p>To confirm that all regulatory requirements of section R200 are satisfied. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what date did significant changes and additions to LMIA exemption codes take effect, according to the provided text?

<p>December 15, 2022 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which legislative section is specifically associated with public policies that can lead to LMIA exemptions?

<p>A25.2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is mentioned as an example of a public policy issued under A25.2 that could lead to an LMIA exemption?

<p>Open work permits for Hong Kong recent graduates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which LMIA exemption code is applicable to individuals nominated by a province for permanent residence under Canada-provincial/territorial agreements after December 15, 2022?

<p>T13 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which regulatory section would you find the LMIA exemption codes related to 'Youth mobility'?

<p>R204(d) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For 'Significant benefit - General' exemptions under R205(a), what was the LMIA exemption code used both before and after December 15, 2022?

<p>C10 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which public policy related to Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP) was in effect for the longest duration according to the provided information?

<p>Public policy to issue an open work permit to certain PGWP holders (April 6 to December 31, 2023) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the LMIA exemption code for 'Francophone mobility' initiatives?

<p>C16 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which LMIA exemption code applies to 'Reciprocal employment' situations involving 'Residential summer camp counselors' after December 15, 2022?

<p>C24 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which category of R205(c) exemptions does 'Educational co-op – Post-secondary level' fall?

<p>Research (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What LMIA exemption code is assigned to 'Spouses or common-law partners of high-skilled workers (TEER 0 through 3)' under 'Competitiveness and public policy' exemptions?

<p>C41 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following professions is explicitly listed under 'Unique work situations' as being covered by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)?

<p>Traders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For which country are 'Professionals and technicians' listed under LMIA exemption code F12?

<p>Colombia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following LMIA exemption codes is associated with 'Charitable work' under R205(d)?

<p>C51 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the LMIA exemption code for 'Refugee claimants' under R206?

<p>S61 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which trade agreement includes a specific category for 'Engineering technologists and scientific technologists'?

<p>CETA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the LMIA exemption code after December 15, 2022, for 'CPTPP ICT Management trainees'?

<p>T54 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which LMIA exemption code is used for 'Permanent residence applicants in Canada' who are 'Protected persons under subsection A95(2)'?

<p>A70 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which regulatory section are LMIA exemptions for 'Vulnerable workers' found?

<p>R207.1 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which trade agreement would you find the LMIA exemption code F60?

<p>UK (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following categories is NOT explicitly listed under the Canada–Ukraine Free Trade Agreement (CUFTA)?

<p>Contractual service suppliers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What LMIA exemption code is associated with 'Destitute students' under R208?

<p>H81 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For which agreement type are 'Spouses and common-law partners' NOT explicitly mentioned as a distinct category?

<p>Peru (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For 'ICT – Executives, senior or functional managers – Existing business in Canada', what was the LMIA exemption code after December 15, 2022?

<p>C62 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which program uses the LMIA exemption code 'C18'?

<p>Atlantic Immigration Program (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the LMIA exemption code for 'Spouses or common-law partners of full-time students' under 'Competitiveness and public policy' exemptions?

<p>C42 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

LMIA Exemption Stream

A specific situation that meets the requirements for a work permit without the need for a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

LMIA Exemption Code

An administrative code used by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to identify specific LMIA exemption streams.

Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)

An assessment of how a foreign worker's employment will impact the Canadian job market.

Work Permit

A legal document allowing a foreign worker to legally work in Canada.

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Support Letter from a Province or Territory

A document that verifies a foreign worker's eligibility for a LMIA-exempt work permit.

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Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA)

The legal framework for immigration and refugee protection in Canada.

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Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR)

The rules and regulations related to the implementation of the IRPA.

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International Mobility Workers Unit (IMWU)

A unit within IRCC that provides assistance to international mobility workers at ports of entry.

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Open Work Permit for PGWP Holders

A temporary public policy that allows certain post-graduation work permit (PGWP) holders to obtain an open work permit in Canada.

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Open Work Permit for Former or Current PGWP holders during COVID-19

This policy aims to expedite the issuance of open work permits to former or current PGWP holders. This temporary policy was active from January 27 to July 27, 2021. It was intended to help address the labour shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Open Work Permit for Graphic Designers

A temporary public policy that allows certain graphic designers working on live-action television or film productions in Canada to obtain an open work permit. This policy applied to graphic designers who had specific skills and qualifications.

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Open Work Permit for Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident Pathway

A public policy that allows certain applicants under the temporary resident to permanent resident pathway to obtain open work permits.

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Canada-International Exemption Codes

An agreement between Canada and another country that allows certain workers to work in Canada without needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This exemption allows for faster and more efficient processing.

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Canada-International Non-Trade Agreements: Traders

A category under the Canada-International Exemption Codes that applies to businesses that trade between Canada and another country.

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Canada-International Non-Trade Agreements: Investors

A category under the Canada-International Exemption Codes that applies to individuals investing in businesses in Canada.

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Canada-International Non-Trade Agreements: Professionals

A category under the Canada-International Exemption Codes that applies to skilled professionals working in specific fields.

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Canada-International Non-Trade Agreements: Airline Personnel

A specific category under the Canada-International Exemption Codes that applies to employees of airlines, including operational, technical, and ground personnel, who work within Canada.

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Canada-International Non-Trade Agreements: US Government Personnel

A category under the Canada-International Exemption Codes that applies to individuals working for the US government in Canada.

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T13: Canada-Provincial/Territorial Nomination

An exemption code used for individuals nominated by a province for permanent residence in Canada under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).

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C18: Atlantic Immigration Pilot

An exemption code used for individuals coming to Canada under the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program, designed to attract newcomers to Atlantic Canada.

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C21: International Experience Canada

An exemption code used for individuals participating in the International Experience Canada Program, a program allowing young people to work and travel in Canada.

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C10: Significant Benefit (General)

An exemption code used for individuals deemed to provide a significant benefit to Canada, covering a wide range of work situations including unique expertise, entrepreneurship, and certain essential services.

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C11: Significant Benefit (Unique Work Situations)

An exemption code used for individuals who work on projects deemed to be of exceptional benefit to Canada, such as unique work situations, essential services, or special circumstances.

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C62: ICT - Executives and Managers (Existing Business)

An exemption code used for individuals working in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, specifically executives, senior or functional managers, who already have an established business in Canada.

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C63: ICT - Specialized Knowledge

An exemption code used for individuals working in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector with specialized knowledge or expertise.

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C61: ICT - Branch Establishment

An exemption code used for individuals working in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, specifically employees who are establishing a branch or affiliate of their company in Canada.

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C61: ICT - Branch Establishment

An exemption code used for individuals working in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, specifically individuals who are establishing a branch or affiliate of their company in Canada.

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C61: ICT - Branch Establishment

An exemption code used for individuals working in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, specifically employees who are establishing a branch or affiliate of their company in Canada.

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C10: Caribbean Agricultural Liaison Officers

An exemption code used for individuals working in the agricultural sector in Canada, specifically those working as Caribbean agricultural liaison officers.

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C15: Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot

An exemption code used for individuals coming to Canada under the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot, a program aimed at supporting economic growth in rural and northern communities.

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C17: Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Spouses

An exemption code used for spouses or common-law partners of individuals participating in the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot.

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C16: Francophone Mobility

An exemption code used for individuals coming to Canada under the Francophone Mobility program, designed to attract Francophone individuals.

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A71: Live-in Caregivers

An exemption code used for individuals coming to Canada as live-in caregivers.

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Study Notes

LMIA Exemption Codes - International Mobility Program (IMP)

  • LMIA exemptions allow workers to be issued work permits without a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
  • Sections 204-208 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) govern LMIA exemptions.
  • Meeting eligibility criteria for a specific exemption category means an applicant doesn't need a LMIA, but the officer still needs to ensure all work permit requirements are met.
  • Significant code changes and additions were made on December 15, 2022, requiring officers to use the correct codes based on specific work permit category instructions.

Legislative Sections and Exemption Codes

  • Policies under A25.2, public policies issued inside Canada, previously covered categories like open work permits for Hong Kong recent graduates, permanent residence pathways for Hong Kong residents, foreign nationals with provincial support letters.
  • Several temporary policies (now expired) related to post-graduation work permits (PGWP) holders and specific occupations (graphic designers, etc) were also in effect.
  • These policies had specific dates related to their validity.
  • There are also public policies governing open work permits issued outside Canada.

Canada-International Exemption Codes (by agreement)

  • LMIA exemptions can be granted for specific work situations under bilateral agreements e.g. airline personnel, US government personnel, and workers under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).
  • The LMIA exemption codes were different prior to and include significant updates for 2022.
  • Similar exemptions are included for agreements with Colombia, Chile, South Korea, Panama, Peru, and others.

Provincial/Territorial-International Exemption Codes

  • LMIA exemptions are available to workers nominated by provinces/territories for permanent residence, for significant investment projects, or for exceptional/unforeseen events like natural disasters
  • Specific programs like the Atlantic Immigration Program are included.

Youth Mobility Exemption Codes

  • The International Experience Canada Program is included

Other Exemption Codes ( based on regulations)

  • Exemptions exist based on Canadian interests including those for significant benefits, reciprocal employment, research, competitiveness, and public policy.
  • Examples include various professionals, interns, experts, those in special occupations (e.g. fishing guides).
  • Specific codes are in place for various situations, including vulnerable workers, humanitarian reasons, and those with no other means of support. This includes refugee claimants and those under removal orders.
  • Particular exemptions for permanent residence applicants in Canada and vulnerable workers and their families are included.

International Mobility Workers Unit (IMWU)

  • Provides support to Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers with LMIA exemption and work permit questions, and gives opinions to employers.
  • Provides assistance during business hours, replying to any out-of-hour inquiries on the next business day.

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Explore the key sections and codes related to LMIA exemptions under the International Mobility Program (IMP). This quiz covers the legislative changes, eligibility criteria, and specific work permit instructions that guide officers in issuing work permits without a Labour Market Impact Assessment. Test your knowledge on important policies and recent updates!

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