Would this job qualify for a positive LMO?

[Acrylicus]

I am only young, 18, but by the time I plan on leaving the UK to work in Canada I will be 19 - at which time I will have a college subsidiary diploma in IT, an A-Level in computing, maths and business and 1 years experience as an IT and network technician. I am hoping to apply for some fairly low paid IT repair technician jobs and trying to convince the employer to apply for an LMO for that position - is this worth pursuing or should I look into other ways of working in Canada?

For perspective, my ultimate plan is to work 2 years in Canada as a TFW then apply for PR status if I enjoy the experience.

Thanks for reading!

 

[scylla]

To be approved for an LMO, the employer has to prove that the job was advertised and no Canadians could be found to fill the role. It will likely be difficult to obtain an LMO for the type of job you've described.

Are you a UK citizen? If so, you should look into the IEC (International Experience Canada) visa.

 

[Acrylicus]

Thank you for the quick response

I have looked into the IEC and BUNAC working holidays, I will be applying for this once the 2013 applications open - however I would rather get a job as I need 2 years full time work to be eligible for PR status, correct me if I am wrong?

Are there any jobs I could qualify for that would get LMO?

Thanks for your help.

 

[Acrylicus]

Bump for help

 

[scylla]

Are there any jobs I could qualify for that would get LMO?

Very unlikely. You have almost no experience and your education isn't specialized. An employer will have a great deal of difficulty proving a Canadian couldn't be found for any role you would qualify for.

And no - you don't need two years of full time work to qualify for PR. The Canadian Experience Class rules are changing in 2013. You should review the new requirements on the CIC web site.

 

[Pippin]

SCYLLA: +1 to you as a belated Christmas thank you for all your helpful advice on all the Forum Threads. You are amazing. Best wishes for a wonderful New Year!

 

[JGK]

It related professions used to have "LMO exempt" status but in under two years (2009 - 2011) went from "LMO exempt" to not being on the List of "in demand" professions. Consequently, getting a LMO for such jobs will be extremely hard unless you have niche area expertise.

At your age IEC/Bunac would be your best bet.

 

[scylla]

SCYLLA: +1 to you as a belated Christmas thank you for all your helpful advice on all the Forum Threads. You are amazing. Best wishes for a wonderful New Year!

Thanks Pippin - you too!