CIP 173: Business Immigration Series - LMIA Violations

Episode Summary In this episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast, Mark Holthe and co-host Alicia Backman-Beharry return to their Business Immigration series to unpack a costly misconception: promotions, bonuses, and job changes can be LMIA violations. With year-end raises and holiday bonuses top of mind, they explain why even well-intentioned changes to a foreign worker’s role can trigger employer non-compliance, audits, fines, public listing, and serious consequences for both employers and employees. Key Topics Discussed Why promotions and bonuses can violate LMIA and employer-specific work permit conditions The di...