1. You are restricted to one employer.
2. If you chose to change employers you need to get a new LMIA done
3. If something like a business closes or a layoff you cannot just change employers.
4. Many LMIA work permits are for C or D skill levels and make permanent immigration far more difficult.
5. Employers have limited provisions under the LMIA work permit in Winnipeg. Changes such as a new skill level or promotion do not fall within the original LMIA guidelines, so employees must remain in their current position.
6. If you are looking at becoming a permanent resident this is far more difficult.
7. If is usually for shorter term employment
8. It is cumbersome and requires time to get approval.
9. LMIA is not issued by immigration but is issued by the EDSC and LMIA may be denied during the LMIA process

Advantages.

1. Full accountability of the employer to the EDSC for the length of your LMIA
2. LMIA fees are covered by the employer
3. LMIA holder is responsible for cost of bringing employee to Canada
4. LMIA holder is responsible for ensure reasonable cost of housing for the employee
5. LMIA holder is responsible for any medical insurance required while in they employment
6. Employee knows exactly they length of time and the wage which will be paid to them during their time.
7. Employee gains valuable work experience in Canada.
8. Non-Seasonal LMIA employees will have the option of future immigration