Hello, this is NohProblem Consulting.
Today, we would like to introduce the process of obtaining Canadian permanent residency through ECE.
For those interested in Canadian immigration, you may already be aware of the recent news about the LMIA suspension announced on September 26th.
For those who may not know, here is a summary of the Low Wage LMIA suspension announcement:
On September 26th, the Canadian government announced the suspension of specific LMIA applications for low-wage positions in Census Metropolitan Areas (CMA) where the unemployment rate is 6% or higher. This affects LMIA applications for PR (Dual Intent) and reduces the maximum employment period for hiring foreign workers in low-wage positions from 2 years to 1 year. Additionally, there has been a reduction in the allowable percentage of low-wage foreign workers, from 20% to 10%, and in specific industries such as construction and healthcare, if the percentage exceeds 20%, the LMIA application will not be processed.
So, does this mean Canadian employment and residency prospects are now ruined? 😩
In truth, this recent suspension, especially affecting PR-related LMIA applications, is not welcome news. It makes employment and residency preparation more challenging for many aspiring Canadian permanent residents and job seekers.
However, we at Nohproblem Consulting would like to introduce a solution amidst this suspension, focusing on how to prepare for Canadian permanent residency through ECE.
Before explaining potential solutions, let’s delve into some aspects of this LMIA suspension.
Firstly, LMIA is broadly categorized into three types based on factors such as the wage of the employee and the purpose:
🔵 Low Wage LMIA: Applies when the wage of the employee is lower than the provincial or territorial median wage where the company is located.
🔵 High Wage LMIA: Applies when the wage of the employee is higher than the provincial or territorial median wage where the company is located.
🔵 PR (Dual Intent) LMIA: Applies when the employer supports the employee from work visa to permanent residency.
In this case, the recent suspension applies specifically to Low Wage LMIA, meaning that even employers offering low wages who are applying for PR are affected by this suspension.
However, High Wage LMIA applications are still viable at this time.
Utilizing Subsidies
Therefore, one solution proposed by Nohproblem Consulting amidst this LMIA suspension is to utilize subsidies.
In British Columbia, the Median Wage is $28.85, making it challenging to find ECE positions that pay above this median. By adding a government subsidy of $6 to the average ECE salary of $23, the wage can be raised to above the Median Wage of $28.85, thereby categorizing it as a High Wage position and circumventing the impact of this policy.
Why Choose NohProblem Consulting
At Nohproblem Consulting, we specialize in ECE consulting, offering comprehensive services from certification conversion to job placement and permanent residency support.
You can prepare for ECE certification in Korea and enter Canada, or gain experience and convert your ECE certification while studying in Canada, depending on your situation and preferences.
For job placement, we provide assistance with resume writing, portfolio preparation, interview practice, and more, all free of charge.
For those concerned about overseas employment, don’t miss out on this opportunity!
(NohProblem Consulting was founded by Lisa, an immigration lawyer in her early twenties who was scammed by immigration consultants and outraged by the unethical practices of some visa agencies. We strictly adhere to the following three principles in our consulting and document preparation)
