Start Working in Canada Through LMIA, LMIA-Exempt, or Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Pathways
A Canadian Work Permit is a legal authorization issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that allows foreign nationals to work for a Canadian employer for a specific duration and under defined terms.
Whether youβre being transferred within your company, hired by a Canadian employer, or working in a reciprocal international arrangement, a work permit is your gateway to working and living in Canada – and often a pathway to Permanent Residency (PR).
There are two primary types of Canadian work permits:
β Employer-Specific Work Permits (also called βclosed work permitsβ)
β Open Work Permits (available in limited cases like spouses of skilled workers or international students)
This stream allows multinational companies to transfer key employees (executives, managers, or specialized knowledge workers) to their Canadian branch or affiliate β without an LMIA.
Ideal For:
β Executives and senior managers
β Employees with specialized knowledge
β International corporations setting up Canadian operations
Under this route, a Canadian employer must obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
An LMIA confirms that there is no Canadian citizen or PR available for the role, and hiring a foreign worker is justified.
Ideal For:
β Skilled foreign workers in high-demand occupations
β Employers offering permanent or temporary roles requiring foreign talent
Certain work permits are exempt from the LMIA process under international agreements or Canadian interests, such as:
β Significant benefit to Canada (C10)
β Intra-company transfers (C12)
β Reciprocal employment (e.g., NAFTA/USMCA)
β Spouses of skilled workers or students
Ideal For:
β Professionals working in multinational companies
β Spouses of temporary residents
β Entrepreneurs and executives under specialized exemptions
At Nitin Immigration Consulting Inc., we specialize in securing legally compliant Canadian work permits under a variety of streams. Whether youβre an employer, an employee, or an intra-company transferee – weβve got your process covered.
Β Authorized Representation with IRCC
We handle all communication with IRCC as your licensed immigration representative.
Work Permit Strategy & Stream Selection
We assess your profile or employer’s need to choose the right work permit pathway: LMIA, LMIA-exempt, or ICT.
LMIA & Employer Compliance
We assist Canadian employers in obtaining positive LMIA decisions, ensuring full compliance with ESDC and IRCC requirements.
Full Work Permit Application Support
From offer letters to application forms, we prepare and submit a complete, accurate, and IRCC-compliant work permit application.
Specialized Support for Intra-Company Transfers
We help multinational companies structure and submit ICT applications for executives, managers, and tech specialists.
Family Member Permits
We help secure spousal open work permits and study permits for dependent children, making your move to Canada family-friendly.
Post-Approval Support
We assist with entry planning, permit renewals, and transitions to PR pathways like Express Entry or PNPs.
Looking to work in Canada or hire international talent? Let us guide you through the right legal path.
At Nitin Immigration Consulting Inc., our fees are structured based on the complexity and unique circumstances of each case. While straightforward applications may qualify for flat-rate pricing, more complex matters – such as prior refusals, admissibility concerns, or IRCC procedural fairness letters (PFLs) – may require customized fee assessments.
β Fair. Transparent. No Hidden Costs.
Weβre committed to honest pricing and complete transparency from the start.
π For a detailed breakdown of our service fees, please visit our Pricing Page.
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Start your Canadian immigration journey with personalized guidance from a licensed expert. At Nitin Immigration Consulting Inc., every consultation is focused on understanding your unique goals and providing a clear, actionable roadmap – no templates, no guesswork.
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