Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a new work permit program under the Innovation Stream, allowing foreign professionals to obtain an LMIA-exempt work visa with one of the eight designated Canadian companies, mainly in the technology sector. This initiative is a key part of Canada's IT talent strategy to attract skilled workers and boost economic growth. As of October 16, the following eight business organizations have been approved to issue these permits and offer job opportunities.
Below are details on the six recruiting firms, the kind of positions they are seeking, and the perks they offer:
| Company name | Company headquartered in | Hiring in | Glassdoor rating |
| Ada Support Inc. | Toronto | Toronto, remote | 3.1 |
| AlayaCare | Montreal | Montreal, Toronto | 3.5 |
| CellCarta | Montreal | Montreal, remote | 2.2 |
| Clarius Mobile Health | Vancouver | Vancouver | 4.3 |
| Clio | Burnaby | Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, remote | 3.9 |
| Duchesnay Pharmaceutical Group | Montreal | Not currently hiring in Canada | 3.4 |
| Lightspeed Commerce | Montreal | Montreal, Toronto. Ottawa, remote | 3.7 |
| Vive Crop Protection | Mississauga | Not currently hiring in Canada | 4.5 |
Below are details on the six recruiting firms, the kind of positions they are seeking, and the perks they offer:
Based in Toronto, Ada, launched in the year 2016, transforms customer service from agent-driven to AI-driven support, serving businesses and clients globally.
While operating remotely, some positions require applicants to be in specific provinces. Benefits include unlimited vacation, stock options, a home office budget, and remote work flexibility. Ada currently has over 15 open roles in product development, revenue, operations, finance, and customer experience.
The company is actively hiring for these positions:
DevOps Engineer (Canada, remote)
General HR Professional (Toronto)
Sales Development Manager (Toronto)
Senior technical writer in Canada, working remotely
Solutions, staff software engineer (remote, Canada)
With over 550 employees across the USA, Canada, Australia, and Brazil, AlayaCare currently has job openings in Canada, specifically in Toronto and Montreal. Some positions may require bilingualism (proficiency in both French and English).
The company is actively hiring for these positions:
Manager of engineering for SRE (Montreal, Quebec)
Scheduling Senior Developer (Montreal, Quebec)
Senior DevOps Analyst (Canada, Montréal, Quebec)
Senior Technical Services Professional in Two Languages (Montreal, Quebec)
Toronto-based Implementation Specialist
This Montreal-based company uses technology and research to map tissue and cell differences, identifying biomarkers for specialized treatments and diagnoses. The company operates in Belgium, the US, Australia, and China, with most job openings in Montreal.
The company is actively hiring for these positions:
Manager of global technology architecture (Montreal)
Manager of global revenue accounting (remote)
Clarius, a BC-based startup founded in 2014, aims to provide affordable ultrasound equipment to all medical practitioners. Certified by Great Place To Work® in 2024, Clarius offers a blended work atmosphere, team-building activities, professional development opportunities, and employee appreciation programs. Currently, there is one available position in Canada:
-Vancouver-based manufacturing technician.
Clio uses cloud-based legal technology to help attorneys manage tasks such as client intake, contact management, timekeeping, billing, and payments. The company has offices in Toronto, Calgary, Dublin, and British Columbia. Depending on the role, Clio offers remote jobs and a flexible work schedule, along with benefits such as parental leave, flexible paid time off, RRSP matching, and health, dental, and vision benefits.
The company is actively hiring for these positions:
Customer sales and account executive (Vancouver, Calgary)
Data scientist (with the possibility to work remotely) in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto
Mid-market account executive (Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver)
Product research director (Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, with remote option)
Representative for Business Development (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto)
Specialist in Customer Onboarding (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto)
Lightspeed, a Montreal-based commerce platform founded in 2005, helps businesses streamline and expand operations. Multiple job openings are available at Lightspeed Commerce in Canada, including remote positions.
Here are a few examples of open positions:
Developer of software on staff (Ottawa)
Manager of software development (Toronto)
Senior Pricing Strategy Expert (Montreal)
Senior reliability engineer for sites in Ottawa
Senior Product Manager, Montreal Payment Processing
Software development team lead (Montreal)
Duchesnay Pharmaceutical Group (DPG) and Vive Crop Protection are currently not hiring in Canada, but they may do so in the coming months.
Employers in the Global Hypergrowth Project (GHP) receive LMIA-exempt work permits under the Innovation Stream. GHP supports Canadian businesses in expanding, creating jobs, promoting small businesses, and boosting economic growth. The initial eight companies selected are recognized as industry leaders and innovators.
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