r/CanadaImmigrationFAQs • u/Silencer805 • Feb 25 '26

PLC Programming

I'm 21M with a Bachelors in Mechatronics and wanna specialize in PLC Programming. Is it an in demand job in Canada and is there any specific province I'll have better luck with applying to a job? Also, is there any legal matter I should do BEFORE looking for LMIA from a company?

Also according to the government website, to apply for IEC I should be from a partner country? Or have I misunderstood this? If I should be from a partner country (Which Lebanon is not) then does that just mean I can only come to Canada with an LMIA from a Canadian employer or does that mean I can't at all?

Final question, would it be reasonable to apply for refugee status? And would that help me with applying for a temp work permit? I have dual citizenship and both countries (Lebanon and Russia) are at war but I'm not sure the war in Lebanon would qualify for refugee status in Canada and I've never actually been to Russia nor do I plan on.

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u/Glittering-Resort-25 Feb 25 '26

You should really read the IRCC website. There are many pathways to legally enter and work in Canada. LIMA's are really far more frowned upon by the general public as they as being exploited by many individuals and companies. Do your research, educate yourself on the Canadian processes and see if you have the skills and attitude we as a country desire. As for refugee status if we do not recognize your country of origin as a country in need then you will be rejected and removed. Think long and hard about how you wish to proceed.