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FAQ Visa and Immigration Program Permanent Residence Immigrate as a self-employed person I am an entrepreneur. Do I need an LMIA to work in Canada?

I am an entrepreneur. Do I need an LMIA to work in Canada?

No. You can apply for a work permit without a Labour Market Impact Assessment, but you must intend to operate a business in Canada that would create or maintain:

  • significant social, cultural or economic benefits, or
  • jobs for Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
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