LMIA Done With Confidence
Whether you're recruiting a skilled worker from abroad or keeping a valued employee whose specialized expertise is hard to find at home, I'll guide you through the Labour Market Impact Assessment process with clarity and care.
LMIAs Handled End-to-End by an RCIC Who Loves This Work
I've supported BC employers through LMIAs for years, and I genuinely enjoy this work. As a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC #531931) and a Licensed BC Recruitment Agency and Temporary Foreign Worker Recruiter, I can handle every step from confirming whether you need an LMIA in the first place, through the advertising, the application, ESDC's questions, and the work permit support on the other side. What I see in practice is that LMIAs go best when they're treated as a workforce strategy, not just a form whether you're recruiting an essential international hire or working to retain someone already on your team, the path is the same: clear up front, careful in the middle, calm at the end.
LMIAs Don't Have to Feel Like a Mountain
The LMIA process can be daunting. ESDC requirements shift without warning, advertising rules have to be exactly right, and processing timelines can stretch for months with a hiring or retention plan that hinges on getting the LMIA approved on time. For a busy employer, that's the last thing you need. Foreign workers and specialized employees aren't just headcount they're people whose lives, families, and futures depend on this approval as much as your business plan does. Good LMIA work honours both the business case and the human one.
- Recruitment-Driven LMIAs bringing skilled foreign workers in to fill roles you can't fill locally.
- Retention-Driven LMIAs keeping a valued Canada-based employee whose expertise you depend on.
Immigrate to Canada
Live and work better in Canada. I provide assistance with:
Work Permits
Obtain the necessary permits to work in Canada.
Study Permits
Pursue your education in Canada with a study permit.
Visit Canada
Get support with your application when traveling to Canada.
FamilySponsorship
Reunite with your loved ones through family sponsorship.
Become a Canadian Citizen
Apply for citizenship confidently with dedicated support at every step.
- LMIA Strategy & Eligibility Confirming the right LMIA stream and timing for you.
- Advertising & Recruitment Compliance Handled to ESDC's expectations the first time.
- Application, Submission & ESDC Response Accurate, complete, and on schedule.
- Employer Compliance Support Keeping you compliant after approval.
- Work Permit Support Handled by the same RCIC, with no handoffs.
- Permanent Residency Pathways For when your foreign worker's future is in Canada too.
Working With Evoke HR
I work with employers who care about their people — who value the workers they hire as much as the roles they need to fill. I bring care, precision, and years of practice to every LMIA, and I treat every application as a partnership, not a transaction. I take the time to understand your business, the person whose future depends on this approval, and the workforce strategy behind the hire — then tailor the approach accordingly. I know immigration. I know what ESDC expects. And I know how to make a complex process feel manageable. I love this work.
Evoke is a Chilliwack-based boutique immigration and HR consultancy working with employers across British Columbia.
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"During a critical transition, the City of White Rock urgently needed an HR expert. Katrina stepped in and customized her services to be exactly what we needed. Her strategic HR management stabilized our operations and streamlined the recruitment for a new HR Director. Working with Evoke HR was a strategic advantage we were lucky to have.”
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Guillermo Ferrero
“Katrina is a true HR professional in every aspect. She took the time to deeply connect and understand our organization and some of the unique features of our business, building solid relationships with our leadership team. Her strategic work was invaluable to help free up our time at the management level and provided additional capacity to our HR function.”
Katherine Treloar
“The CEA engaged Katrina from Evoke HR to undertake a comprehensive compensation review of executive positions and to provide advisory services to guide HR processes and decisions.
Katrina provided valuable insight and information to help guide decisions. The level of service she provided was commendable and quality of her advice was excellent and timely”
John Madden
“Katrina has supported the City of Port Moody on numerous projects, from job descriptions to reorganizations. Her expertise has been instrumental in making informed decisions to complete our projects successfully. Evoke HR is an invaluable partner in navigating the complexities of human resources.”
Val Tepes
"Evoke HR and Immigration has consistently delivered exceptional and professional services to First Nations Emergency Services Society (FNESS) in various areas including policy and procedure development, job description updates, recruitment, and end-of-employment assistance. Their expertise and support have been invaluable to our organization. FNESS confidently recommends Evoke HR and Immigration for their outstanding support."
Francyne Joe
"Partnering with Katrina and Evoke HR on our compensation and benefits review was a game-changer for SES Consulting. Katrina streamlined a typically complex process, delivering comprehensive research and actionable insights that were easy to understand and implement. Her regular updates and balanced perspective kept our team informed and confident every step of the way. Evoke HR brought clarity, precision, and genuine partnership to our project.”
Nicole Cook
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"Katrina and Evoke HR & Immigration were instrumental in helping MNBC build our end-to-end compensation program. She brought deep expertise in job evaluation, market surveys, and policy development while ensuring the program aligned with our unique culture. Her ability to anticipate downstream impacts, guide us through change, and support a smooth rollout was invaluable—we couldn’t have done it as successfully without her!"
Cheryl Churney
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have connected with Evoke HR. From day one, Katrina brought professionalism, clarity, and deep expertise to the process. She guided us through a complex LMIA application for a Technical Support Specialist, making what could have been overwhelming feel seamless. Her responsiveness, attention to detail, and thorough understanding of every step were truly invaluable. Without a doubt, Katrina and Evoke HR will be our first recommendation for anyone seeking expert HR or immigration support."
Jennifer Love
"Katrina brings deep professionalism, expertise, and genuine care to everything she does. As our fractional HR partner, she has been an invaluable resource — knowledgeable, responsive, and consistently thoughtful in her approach. I recommend Katrina and Evoke HR without hesitation."
Sandra Dyck
"Evoke HR delivered outstanding support through our employee engagement survey and action planning process for our team of 200+ Parks staff. The design was thoughtful, communication was clear and consistent, and the delivery was highly professional. Most importantly, the results revealed insights we simply couldn't see on our own — and positioned us to take meaningful action. The engagement survey is now a permanent fixture in our annual work plan. I have, and will continue to, recommend Evoke HR without hesitation."
Brad Domaas
"Evoke HR has been an exceptional partner throughout our LMIA and staffing process — from initial set-up through to ongoing program oversight. Katrina's expertise, responsiveness, and attention to detail have made what is often a complex process feel seamless and efficient. She consistently goes above and beyond, providing guidance that has given us confidence at every step. We truly value the professionalism and dedication Evoke HR brings to our organization and highly recommend their services."
Byron Jackson
Working with Me Is Simple
A steady process — because your business, and the person you're bringing in, are worth doing this right.
Tell Me What's Going On
A short call or message. I love this part — hearing what you're working toward, who you're hoping to bring on (or keep), and where you are in the process.
A Written Plan, Not a Sales Pitch
Clear scope, sequence, and cost, all on paper before we start. You deserve to know exactly what you're saying yes to.
LMIA Support That Feels Different
A dedicated RCIC in your corner from strategy through submission and beyond. The process feels less overwhelming. Timelines actually make sense. The person you're bringing in — or keeping — feels supported, not just processed.
FAQs
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- What is an LMIA? A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a document issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) confirming that an employer needs to hire a foreign worker and that no qualified Canadian or permanent resident is available for the role. It's usually required before a foreign worker can apply for a work permit.
- When does my business need an LMIA? Most often when you're hiring a foreign worker for a specific role, or when you need to support an employee already in Canada whose continued employment depends on a new or extended work permit. Some International Mobility Programs (IMPs) exempt the need for an LMIA. I can confirm which stream applies to your situation.
- Can you help with both new hires from abroad and retaining someone already here? Yes, those are the two most common reasons clients come to me. The path looks different from the outside, but the support I provide is the same: clear up front, careful in the middle, calm at the end.
- How long does an LMIA take to process? Processing times vary based on the type of LMIA and ESDC's current volume. Some streams move quickly; others take several months. We'll plan your timeline together so the LMIA fits the rest of your hiring or retention plan.
- What does an LMIA cost? There's the ESDC application fee, advertising costs, and the time and expertise of the LMIA preparation itself. I'll scope the work up front so there are no surprises.
- What happens after the LMIA is approved? The approved LMIA enables the foreign worker to apply for a work permit, which I can also handle. From there, ongoing employer compliance and future immigration steps including permanent residency pathways, can all be supported under one roof.
- Why work with an RCIC for an LMIA? Because LMIAs sit at the intersection of immigration law, recruitment regulation, and employer compliance getting any one of those pieces wrong is costly. As an RCIC and a licensed recruiter, I work in all three at once, every day.
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