The International Mobility Program (IMP) allows foreign workers to obtain a Canadian work permit without the need for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This program supports Canada’s economic, cultural, and social interests — including international agreements, reciprocal benefits, and intra-company transfers.
IMP is ideal for employers hiring global talent under specific exemptions and for workers in special categories, such as post-grad graduates, entrepreneurs, and intra-company transferees.
You may qualify for an LMIA-exempt work permit under IMP if you are:
Every IMP stream is linked to an LMIA-exemption code and must clearly meet that exemption rationale.
Can often lead to PR pathways under Express Entry, PNPs, or CEC
We assist Canadian employers and international professionals by:
Advising on extension, spousal permits, and future PR strategies
