Recent Updates to Labour Market Impact Assessments
Employers who are looking for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) are now facing new advertising protocols. Starting September 2025, employers who wish to hire LMIA-based jobs are required to go through the “Direct Apply” on Canada’s National Job Bank as a part of the advertisement process to be applicable for a positive LMIA. All applications […]
Express Entry Now Requires Upfront Medical Exams for Permanent Residency Applicants
IRCC has begun implementing new regulations regarding their Upfront Immigration Medical Exams (IME), requiring Express Entry applicants to submit the IME along with their Permanent Residency application. Previously, applicants were required to complete the IME only after submitting their PR application. However, there are still certain requirements—such as having completed an IME within the last […]
