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How do we get a job offer in Canada? What are the conditions for a job offer in Canada? How much does a job offer in Canada cost? And hundreds of other questions! If you’re looking for comprehensive information about job offers in Canada, this article explains everything from A to Z about job offers in Canada and answers all your questions on the subject.

What is a Job Offer?

A job offer is an employment proposal. A job offer in Canada is a job opportunity that you receive from a Canadian employer.

You deal with the topic of job offers in Canada in two main ways:

Immigrating to Canada through a work visa and work permit

Immigrating to Canada through permanent residency immigration programs like Express Entry

In the Express Entry system, obtaining certain job offers from Canada is beneficial and helps you boost your score in the CRS system. However, this job offer must be valid.

What information should a job offer include?

Employer’s name and address

Employer’s job title

Company name

Applicant’s name

Job title offered

Job responsibilities

Start date

Payment and deductions

Work conditions, like working hours

Job benefits

Job Offer Regulations in Canada

To receive a valid job offer from Canada, the employer must consider the following rules:

The employer must first present their job offer to Canadian workers, which includes citizens and permanent residents, before accepting a foreign applicant. In Canada, these individuals are given priority for hiring.

They must advertise the job for four consecutive weeks.

For high-paying jobs, the employer is required to post the job listing in three popular newspapers or job websites, while for lower-paying jobs, they need to advertise in five reputable job sources.

If, after four weeks of the job advertisement, no Canadian citizen or permanent resident has applied for the job offer, the employer must obtain an LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) from Employment and Social Development Canada. This means they have to show that hiring the foreign worker will not negatively impact the Canadian job market or lead to local job losses.

The employer must submit the LMIA application no later than three months after starting the job advertisement.

The wage offered for the job cannot be lower than the standard wage for that position. Therefore, the employer must pay at least the average wage for that job in Canada.

Conditions for a Job Offer in Canada

The first condition for a job offer in Canada is that it must be valid. According to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regulations, if the job offer is not valid, a work visa cannot be obtained, nor will it receive points in the Express Entry system. The conditions for a valid job offer are as follows:

The job offer must be full-time, meaning at least 30 hours a week;

It cannot be seasonal;

The minimum duration must be a full year;

It must have a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from the Canadian Department of Labour, or

be exempt from LMIA.

Job offers exempt from LMIA

Generally, there are three categories of job offers that are considered exempt from LMIA:

Job offers that are exempt due to agreements between the federal government and provincial governments;

Job offers that are exempt from LMIA by the government based on the general rule of “benefit to Canadians.” For instance, job offers issued through the IMP program, like the intra-company transfer path (ICT visa).

Job offers that are LMIA-exempt through international trade agreements like NAFTA or CUSMA.

Which employers cannot provide a job offer to applicants?

Embassies or high-ranking officials in Canada

If the employer is on the list of unauthorized employers for offering job proposals.

If the employer has recently started their business.

If the employer is hiring for work in Quebec.

How to get a job offer from Canada

One of your main questions is probably how you can get a job offer from Canada. The general idea is that to receive a job offer, you need to start looking for work in Canada first.

In this section, we will fully explain the steps to getting a job offer in Canada:

Prepare a professional cover letter and resume according to Canadian writing standards.

Join job search websites in Canada:

Create profiles on job search sites and professional social networks, and input descriptions of your professional work in English.

LinkedIn is a very important network and can be considered your professional showcase. Many employers post their job openings on LinkedIn to find the specialists they need.

Other important job search sites you should be registered on include Indeed and Zip Recruiter.

Based on your expertise and education, check out the jobs available in the Canadian job market.

Keep in mind that not all jobs are advertised online. Most job positions are filled through personal connections. Therefore, if you know someone in Canada, ask them to help you out by introducing you if they know of any suitable job openings.

Finding a suitable job and receiving a job offer from a reputable Canadian employer.

At this stage, if your job offer isn’t exempt from LMIA, the employer must apply for an LMIA approval and, if they receive a positive LMIA, send it to you.

What are the job search websites in Canada?

There are many job search websites in Canada. This list introduces the most well-known ones:

Indeed

WorkBC

Monster

JobShark

Job Bank

Glassdoor

Necessary documents for obtaining a job offer.

Now that you’re familiar with the process for getting a job offer in Canada, it’s important to know that any employer may request certain documents from you to assess your qualifications for the job in question. Not all employers will ask for the same documents, but generally, you should have the following ready:

Resume: A professional and accurate resume detailing your educational background, work experience, research (if any), skills, and specialties.

If you have completed specific projects in your field, write down the details of those projects carefully.

If you’re proficient in specialized software related to your field, make sure to mention them.

If you are a member of any professional associations related to your job and field, list them along with their details.

References or letters of employment from previous employers: A Canadian employer may request a letter of employment or reference from your past employers to verify what you’ve stated in the work history section of your resume. (Sample work reference letter for Canada)

Documents related to your business if you have self-employment in your country.

Samples of work projects or designs (Portfolio).

Academic documents and transcripts.

Credential evaluation of academic documents and transcripts.

Conducting interviews.

Canada Job Offer Visa

The Canada job offer visa, or work permit, is a temporary work visa that you can obtain by receiving a job offer from a Canadian employer. With this visa, you can enter Canada and work for a specific employer for a certain period.

The biggest advantage of the Canada job offer visa is that it can be converted to permanent residency in Canada. This way, you can stay and work in the country for good.

What are the required documents?

To get a work visa for Canada through a job offer, you need the following documents:

A scan of all pages of your passport (with at least 6 months validity)

Two photos 3.5 by 4.5

A scan of the translated birth certificate

A scan of the translated marriage certificate (if applicable)

A police clearance certificate

A job offer letter from your future employer (the letter should include information like job title, salary, job duties, and working conditions)

A copy of the LMIA (if available)

A CAQ letter (if working in Quebec)

An updated CV or resume

Language proficiency certificate ⬇️ (it’s not mandatory but having it can positively impact your application and is recommended)

Related job letters

Insurance records

If you have a freelance job or company, documents like:

Business license or company registration documents, official newspaper, announcement of changes and establishment, and articles of association

Business cards

Tax payment documents

Company financial documents

Company or business bank statements from the past 6 months

Documents showing your qualifications for the job offer, such as:

Transcripts and degrees

Recommendation letters from previous employers

Relevant skill and specialization certificates

Evaluation or accreditation of educational credentials (if necessary)

Fingerprinting (biometrics)

Medical examination results (if necessary)

Language proficiency for the Canadian job offer visa

You don’t have to provide a language certificate to get a work visa through a job offer in Canada, but according to the text in the Canadian immigration law listed below, you need to convince the officer that you have the necessary skills to perform the duties assigned to you in your job offer.

“An officer shall not issue a work permit to a foreign national if there are reasonable grounds to believe that the foreign national is unable to perform the work sought.”

If the officer concludes that you lack the ability to do the job, there is a risk of being rejected due to language deficiencies.

Important note: Our experience shows that recently, in many cases, officers are asking applicants for language certification. Therefore, it’s better to have a language certificate and present it.

But how can we prove that we have the required language proficiency level?

Since most work visas don’t require an interview with the job seeker (meaning the immigration office doesn’t interview the job seeker), the best way to demonstrate your language skills is by providing one of the recognized English or French language certificates. This could be an IELTS, TOEFL, or any other standard certification that’s internationally accepted.

As soon as the officer concludes that you have the language level needed to carry out the assigned job, that will be convincing enough for them.

You might ask what language score is accepted?

The answer to this depends on the job you’re applying for:

For instance, if you have a job offer for engineering positions like civil engineer or architect, working in these roles requires attending meetings, participating in brainstorming sessions, communicating with clients, and understanding their needs, all of which demand a higher language proficiency. So having an IELTS score of 6 or 6.5 or higher could make sense.

On the other hand, if you’re going to Canada to work as a chef, naturally, you’ll need a lower language level. As a chef, you should be able to have simple meetings with the restaurant manager, understand their and the customers’ needs, and engage in basic conversations with other kitchen staff. So in this case, having an IELTS score around 5 may often be sufficient.

Financial capacity required for obtaining a job offer visa.

. To get a work visa, you must prove to the officer that you can financially support yourself and your family for 12 months. Officers use the LICO table to calculate this amount. For your convenience, we’ve provided that table here.

Number of family members	LICO – 12 months	LICO – 6 months
1	27,514	13,757
2	34,254	17,127
3	42,110	21,055
4	51,128	25,564
5	57,988	28,994
6	65,400	32,700
7	72,814	36,407
More than 7 For each additional person	7,412	3,706

The amounts are in Canadian dollars.

You must show that you have these funds available in your bank account.

Cost of the job offer visa.

To get a job offer visa for Canada, or a work permit, there are several costs you need to pay, such as the cost of translating documents, the fee for processing your application with the Canadian Immigration Office, and expenses for traveling to another country for the fingerprinting process.

If your job offer requires a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), the employer is responsible for that cost. If your job offer doesn’t need an LMIA, the employer only has to pay the employer compliance fee.

Application	Cost (CAD)
Work Permit per Person	$155
Biometrics per Person	$85
LMIA	$1000
Employer compliance Fee	$230

Steps to obtain a job offer visa

1. Consultation

2. Contract signing

3. Training and preparation

4. Interview

5. Employer LMIA approval

6. Work visa application

7. Submit accompanying visa

8. Visa outcome

9. Enter Canada

10. Start working

You’ll schedule a consultation where you’ll receive advice on the best course of action.

Obtaining permanent residency in Canada through a job offer

As mentioned at the beginning of this article, with a job offer visa or work permit for Canada, you can enter Canada and work for a specific employer. After that, the concern is likely how to transition your temporary work visa into permanent residency in Canada.

There are various ways to obtain permanent residency in Canada through a job offer:

Express Entry

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

The reality is that in the Express Entry method, which includes programs for Federal Skilled Worker (FSW), Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and Federal Skilled Trades (FST), having a job offer is not required, but it does enhance your score in the CRS system.

However, in some immigration pathways in provinces like Ontario, having a job offer is mandatory. So, having a job offer will allow you to qualify for those provincial programs and obtain permanent residency in Canada.

Valid job offer conditions in Canada's Express Entry system

Important announcement

Mark Miller, the Minister of Immigration Canada, has announced that starting from December 18, job offers based on LMIA will no longer be counted in the Express Entry system. This move is aimed at tackling abuses and fraud related to LMIA. Applicants should focus on improving their language skills, education, and work experience to increase their CRS score. This decision is temporary and the situation may change in the future.

To use your job offer for a higher score in the Express Entry system, it must meet specific conditions:

It must be new and less than a year old:

You cannot use a job offer from a previous work permit you’ve obtained.

It must be in writing.

The job offer should not be issued by an embassy, consulate, or high commission in Canada.

The details of the proposed job must be clear:

Job title

Job duties

Salary and deductions

Employment conditions like working hours

Valid job offer conditions for Federal Skilled Worker and Canadian Experience programs

It must be issued by an employer.

It must be continuous and consecutive.

Wages must be paid for it.

It must be full-time (at least 30 hours per week).

It must not be seasonal.

It should be valid for one year from the date of the permanent residence visa issuance.

It must have a TEER level of 0, 1, 2, or 3 in the Canadian NOC list.

For jobs requiring an LMIA, the employer must obtain a new positive LMIA that confirms your job offer and states your name and job title, or

Your job offer must be LMIA-exempt.

Valid job offer conditions for Canada's Skilled Trades program

It must be issued by a maximum of two employers.

It must be continuous and consecutive.

Wages must be paid for it.

It must be full-time (at least 30 hours per week).

It must be valid for at least one year.

It must be for skilled trade jobs that fall under TEER levels 2 or 3 and whose NOC codes are in specific groups. (List of skilled trades)

For jobs requiring an LMIA, the employer or employers must obtain a new positive LMIA that confirms your job offer and states your name and job title, or

Your job offer must be LMIA-exempt.

Example of a valid and invalid job offer

Example 1: Two companies are hiring an individual as a heavy equipment operator. The names of both companies are listed in the LMIA application. Each employer is offering this person 16 hours of work per week for one year. This job offer is valid.

Example 2: A construction company offers a plumber 25 hours of work per week, which is non-contractual. This job offer is not valid. For a job to be considered full-time, it must be at least 30 hours per week.

Points for job offers in Canada

In the Express Entry program, the points you can earn from a job offer depend on the NOC code of the proposed job. Depending on the skill level of the proposed job, you can earn either 200 or 50 points. Only jobs that are in high-level management can have 200 points:

200 points: Jobs that start with the NOC code 00.

50 points: All other jobs that have a skill level categorized in TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3.

Registering job offer information in the Express Entry system

To add your job offer’s score to your overall Express Entry score, you need to enter that information in your profile. To do this, you should upload a copy of the job offer letter, which should specify the following:

Name and address of the employer

Proposed job position

NOC code of the proposed job

Your job responsibilities in that position

Salary

Employment conditions

Confirmation letter from the Ministry of Labor, positive LMIA, or

LMIA exemption letter

Job offers for French speakers

If you have an intermediate level (B1) in French, there is a very smooth path for immigrating to Canada through a job offer.

Under the Mobilité Francophone program, Canada invites French speakers who want to work in provinces other than Quebec to take action. In this method, there is no requirement to obtain an LMIA.

Your level of French must be intermediate, and you need to take one of the recognized French language tests and achieve NCLC5.

Details of NCLC5 in the TEF exam

NCLC Level	Speaking	Listening	Reading	Writing
5	225	180	150	225

Job offers for home care nurses in Canada

If you’re looking to immigrate to Canada as a caregiver, the first step is to secure a job offer from a Canadian employer.

Your job offer should be in one of the occupations under the NOC code 44100 (Child caregiver in the home) or NOC code 44101 (Caregiver for seniors and people with disabilities in the home).

Right now, getting a work visa through the caregiver route isn’t as tough as it used to be and doesn’t require an LMIA approval or a high language score.

Ontario's invitation to applicants with job offers

As previously mentioned, some provinces in Canada have immigration pathways that require a job offer. Recently, Ontario has issued invitations to candidates with job offers through several immigration pathways. These immigration routes have been established to address labor shortages in certain areas of Ontario and lead directly to permanent residency.

The two immigration pathways that Ontario has announced for job offer holders include the Foreign Workers Stream and the In-Demand Skills Stream. Each of these methods has specific requirements regarding work experience and the type of job being offered.

Invitations were sent out to candidates who had a profile in the Expression of Interest system. Then, the invited individuals were registered for Ontario’s regional immigration pilot.

Job offers in Canada's less populated regions

The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) is a community-driven immigration program under the federal government of Canada that directly leads to permanent residency in Canada. This immigration program is designed to assist small and less populated communities in Canada by helping immigrants increase the population, address labor shortages, and foster their economic development.

One of the key requirements to qualify for this immigration program is having a job offer from Canadian employers in these less populated areas. The job offer must be in occupations that are in demand in these regions. Having a job offer in this immigration pilot holds significant value and, along with meeting other conditions, will lead you directly to permanent residency in Canada.

Requirements for the RNIP immigration pilot for remote areas in Canada:

You must be between 18 and 50 years old.

You need at least a high school diploma.

For low-skilled jobs, you need an IELTS score of 5; for specialized jobs, an IELTS score of 5.5; and for engineering and healthcare roles, a minimum of 6 on the IELTS.

You must have at least one year of full-time work experience in the past three years.

You need a job offer from Canadian employers in the specified areas.

You must obtain a letter of recommendation from the local community.

You should have enough financial means to start your life in Canada.

Which cities and provinces are part of RNIP?

North Bay, Ontario

Sudbury, Ontario

Timmins, Ontario

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Thunder Bay, Ontario

Brandon, Manitoba

Altona, Manitoba

Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

Claresholm, Alberta

Vernon, British Columbia

West Kootenay

Atlantic Canada Job Offer

The Atlantic Immigration Program, launched in 2017, helps employers in Atlantic Canada hire foreign workers who are eager to immigrate to Atlantic Canada. This program remains a key economic and regional immigration pathway and complements the provincial immigration programs in each Atlantic province.

This immigration program is employer-driven. However, not all employers are eligible to offer job offers; they must obtain authorization from the provincial government in Atlantic.

Employers can hire skilled and semi-skilled workers through the Atlantic High-Skilled Program and the Atlantic Intermediate-skilled Program. For each province, both the employer and the applicant must meet specific criteria for that province.

Employer requirements in the Atlantic Immigration Program:

They must be in good standing (each Atlantic province has a specific definition of “good standing”).

They should have been operating in the Atlantic region for at least 2 years.

They need to collaborate with housing service providers to offer accommodation services to their employees.

What are the benefits of the Atlantic Immigration Program?

Employers can hire both skilled and semi-skilled workers, meaning jobs with a National Occupational Classification (NOC) level of TEER 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4.

There’s no need for high language skills. All skill levels in the CLB test need to be at least 4.

Employers don’t need to obtain an LMIA when giving a job offer.

Having one year of work experience equivalent to 1,560 hours is required.

A minimum educational requirement of a diploma is needed.

It directly leads to permanent residency in Canada.

Which provinces are in the Atlantic region?

Prince Edward Island

New Brunswick

Nova Scotia

Newfoundland and Labrador

How can we tell which job offers are real and which are fake?

Be careful not to fall into the trap of scammers. In recent years, it’s been increasingly common for con artists with fake companies to offer jobs to people who are desperately searching for job opportunities with high hopes and dreams. By keeping an eye out for warning signs and red flags, you can distinguish between scammers and honest individuals. Here are five ways to identify fake job listings or offers from real ones:

Unrealistic salary and benefits

Remember that the salary and benefits should align with the job in question; for example, a janitor or a cleaner shouldn’t expect the salary of a CEO. If you’re doubtful whether the salary and benefits of a position are real or not, you can check the average salaries of jobs on the Job Bank website, which is affiliated with the Canadian government.

If you find a significant discrepancy between the salary and benefits posted and the information on the mentioned website, it’s a bad sign and likely indicates that the job is fake and nonsensical.

Another point is the unrealistic benefits mentioned in the advertisement. These benefits are often written to entice foreign applicants: covering your plane ticket, offering free accommodation, and unrealistic vacation time are things you should definitely pay attention to.

Lack of employer contact information or incorrect details

One of the most obvious signs of a fake job offer is the lack of contact information for the employer. First off, if the phone code provided doesn’t match the geographical location of the company, they are trying to pull a fast one on you. If the phone line is disconnected, if the number is wrong, or if no one answers, then the company is likely fake and imaginary. The second point is the email address: for example, if the company website is www.xyz.com and the CEO’s name is Stephen, then the email address should likely be Stephen@xyz.com.

Spelling mistakes

Common sense dictates that most business owners in Canada are proficient in English. Therefore, spelling, editing, and grammatical errors are signs that the writer is a scammer.

Informal Job Offer

Sometimes, with just a simple glance, you can tell an informal job offer letter from the real deal. Most Canadian companies are very careful when writing official job offer letters. So, if the tone of the letter is informal or the font selection seems random, you should be concerned. Of course, scammers aren’t that careless and often try to lure you in while following these signs. But generally, paying attention to these details can help you steer clear of fake job offers from employers.

Your work permit is ready; you just need to pay up!

This is a huge red flag that it’s a scam. It’s rare for a company to offer a job to a foreigner without conducting an interview first and securing a work permit for them. Additionally, legitimate companies will never ask you for money. Under Canadian law, Canadian companies cannot take any payment from immigrants in exchange for a job offer.

Cost of Obtaining a Job Offer from Canada

Some agencies or recruitment companies operate in securing job offers in Canada, and they may charge you several thousand dollars to get a job offer from a Canadian employer. Here, you need to be very cautious and ensure you don’t get scammed by illegal companies or received a fake job offer.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I get a job offer in Canada?

Search for the job you want on job listing websites

Contact the employer and make the necessary agreements

Apply for an LMIA

Submit your work visa application

Is it difficult to get a job offer in Canada?

Yes. Because it first needs to be proven that a Canadian worker hasn’t been found for the job the employer is offering; only then can foreign individuals apply for the job offer. There can be challenges along this path, but with good planning, you can seek a job offer in Canada.

What is the fastest way to get a job offer in Canada?

To quickly secure a job offer in Canada, it’s best to connect with reliable agencies because finding the right job in Canada requires a strong network, and many agencies have already built that network and can help smooth the path for you to get a job offer.

How does the work visa for job offer holders in Canada work?

According to the latest Canadian regulations as of September 2024, only those who have received job offers in specialized, managerial, or in-demand occupations in Canada (including healthcare, construction, manufacturing, and food industries) can apply for a work visa for their spouse.

For which jobs can you obtain a job offer in Canada?

Getting a job offer in Canada isn’t limited to specific jobs. If your employer can demonstrate that they couldn’t find local workers in Canada, you can apply for a job offer and work visa for any position.

It’s also a good idea to familiarize yourself with Canada’s job classifications for more information.

Considering Canada is one of the most developed countries in the world and service jobs are quite extensive there, your chances of working in these jobs are high. That said, Canada also needs specialists due to its aging population. So, if you are a specialist, you can also try your luck for a job offer.

Are there different types of job offers?

Yes. There are two types of job offers that Canadian employers propose:

Temporary job offer: This is issued for a limited time, for example, for 6 months or a year, and you can work after obtaining a work visa.

Permanent job offer: This is issued for an unlimited duration, and you can work after getting permanent residency in Canada.

Are there specific age requirements for getting a job offer in Canada?

The age limit for getting a job offer depends on the employer who is going to make you the job offer.

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