How LMIA Sponsorships Can Lead to Permanent Residency in Canada A lot of people want to work and live in Canada, but they often overlook one of the most effective pathways, LMIA-sponsored jobs. An LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) is a document issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) that allows a Canadian employer to hire a foreign worker when there’s no qualified local candidate for the role. Here’s why this matters for you 👇 When you secure an LMIA-sponsored job offer: