Getting a LMIA job offer

[mariusp]

Hi,

Is it easy / fast enough to go thru all the process to get a LMIA job offer (software development) in Toronto, or I should just look at other ways of immigrating to Canada?

My points without a job offer are low (no completed Univ. degree) and I am also considering a (Open) Work Permit.

What is your experience so far with this job offer process?

Thank you!

 

[shannon388]

>Is it easy / fast enough to go thru all the process to get a LMIA job offer (software development) in Toronto
No. Almost impossible unless you have very high demand skills.
For computer programmers I'd look into the Global Talent Stream:
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment...reign-workers/global-talent/requirements.html

>I am also considering a (Open) Work Permit.
Very few cases qualify for Open work permit. Generally either if you applied for PR and have a soon-to-expire work permit, or because the spouse has a work permit for skilled work.

Not having a university degree works quite heavily against you.