A Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is a process used to evaluate the effects of hiring foreign workers on the local job market. It helps determine whether there are enough qualified Canadians available for a job before allowing employers to hire from outside the country. This assessment ensures that foreign labor does not negatively affect local employment opportunities. The LMIA process is crucial for maintaining a balanced labor market and protecting the interests of Canadian workers. Employers must submit an application to the relevant government authority, providing details about the job and efforts made to recruit locally. This helps ensure that hiring foreign workers is justified and beneficial.