Destination Canada

What do I need to work in Canada?

It depends on

• the job you want to do
• the program you want to apply for
• whether or not your job requires a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)

In most cases, you’ll need 1 or more of the following documents to apply for a work permit:

• an LMIA number from your employer if your job needs an LMIA
• proof that your employer has submitted an offer of employment through the Employer Portal
• an employment contract or letter (if your employer is exempt from the employer compliance process)
• proof that you are certified, accredited or qualified to work in the job you want

In some cases, you might be exempt from an LMIA:

• Mobilité Francophone allows Canadian employers hire French-speaking and bilingual workers from abroad to work outside of Quebec in managerial, professional and technical occupations and skilled trades.
• If you are between 18 and 35 years old, you might be eligible for a temporary work permit under International Experience Canada.
• Learn about other LMIA-exempt work permits.

How much does it cost to attend the Destination Canada event?

There is no fee, but we need to invite you to participate.

Find out how to participate as

• a candidate
• an employer
• an organization

Who participates in the Destination Canada event?

Many Canadian provinces and territories will attend. Francophone community organizations will also attend.

The public employment services specialized in international mobility will provide information on how to prepare your move to Canada.

The visa offices of the Embassy of Canada in Paris and other Canadian missions will host webinars and participate in roundtable discussions to guide participants and employers through different steps. Find out how to participate as

• a candidate
• an employer
• an organization

Can I participate in the Destination Canada event even if no job postings match my profile?

If there are no job postings that match your profile, we can invite you to attend the Destination Canada Mobility Forum as an information and networking event. All candidates with an Express Entry profile will receive an invitation.

Do I have to attend an information session before attending the Destination Canada event?

It isn’t mandatory, but you’re encouraged to attend an information session before attending the Destination Canada Mobility Forum. This will help you better understand the Canadian labour market, your employment prospects and the different programs for temporary and permanent residence.

If you’re invited to participate, you’ll receive links to videos you can watch before the forum.

How do I get more information about the Destination Canada event?

If we approve your participation, you’ll receive an invitation and details by email.

Contact us if you have any questions about the Destination Canada Mobility Forum.

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How do I hire a candidate through Destination Canada for a temporary or permanent position?

The Destination Canada Mobility Forum gives you access to a pool of skilled candidates from around the world. You need to register in advance.

Hiring a temporary worker

To hire workers temporarily, you need to either

• get a labour market impact assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada
• submit an offer of employment to IRCC

Many candidates in the forum may be eligible for LMIA exemptions, such as Mobilité Francophone.

Find out how to hire a temporary foreign worker once you have a candidate.

Hiring a permanent worker

To hire workers permanently, you can make a job offer to an Express Entry candidate. This increases a candidate’s chances of being invited to apply for permanent residence.

There are other options to hire workers under the

• Provincial Nominee Program (non-Express Entry option)
• Atlantic Immigration Program
• Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot