LMIA IMP - C11 Entrepreneur Work Permit Business Plan

In many cases, when a company wishes to hire a foreign worker—or when a foreign national wants to come to Canada to work—a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is required. This process helps ensure that the Canadian economy and labour market are not negatively affected.

However, there are several exemptions to the LMIA requirement under the International Mobility Program (IMP). One such exemption is LMIA-exemption code C11, which is intended for self-employed individuals and entrepreneurs who can demonstrate that their presence in Canada will bring significant economic, social, or cultural benefit, or create opportunities for Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Beyond demonstrating a significant benefit to Canada, applicants must own more than 50% of the business and present a viable, stable business plan. This is one of the few business immigration streams that does not have a minimum net worth requirement.

The best way to prove that you meet all the basic criteria and can bring substantial benefit to the country is through a well-crafted business plan. Our team of immigration experts has years of experience and thousands of success stories, and we are ready to assist you on your immigration journey.