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ESDC updated processing times for LMIA applications

  ESDC updated processing times for LMIA applications On September 12, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated the processing times for the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under various streams. Based on statistics from all processing centers, the current average LMIA processing times have increased for the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program, In-home caregivers, and High-wage Stream.  Updated processing times for LMIA applications are: Global Talent Stream - 9 business days (-1 day) Agricultural stream - 12 business days (-4 days) Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program - 9 business days (+3 days) Permanent residence Stream - 63 business days (+3 days) In-home caregivers - 30 business days (+6 days) High-wage Stream - 40 business days (+3 days) Low-wage Stream - 44 business days If you’re an employer and looking to get an LMIA or hire a foreign skilled worker for your business get an assessment with Gunness & Associates What is a Labour Mark