BorderPass and LumiQ Partner to Unlock International Tech Talent Pipelines at Half the Cost

BorderPass, one of Canada's fastest growing technology companies, announced a new partnership with LumiQ, a leading professional development platform for accounting and finance professionals. Through the partnership, LumiQ uses BorderPass to manage work permit and permanent residence applications for international talent, accessing a faster and more cost-effective path to hiring than traditional immigration services.

As Canadian tech companies compete for specialized talent globally, immigration has become a core part of workforce strategy. The challenge is knowing which pathways apply, how long they take, and how much they cost. For fast-moving hiring teams, those unknowns often slow decisions or cause companies to pass on talent they could have hired.

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"BorderPass offers a modern approach to immigration by combining technology with experienced lawyers. The process was efficient, well organized, and more cost-effective than we expected." said Lauren Mandel, Director of People Operations at LumiQ.

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LumiQ gains access to candidates other employers pass on, because the pathway question gets answered before it becomes a barrier. In this case, the BorderPass team identified a CUSMA-based pathway, a free trade agreement between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico that allows certain professionals to work in Canada without requiring an LMIA. Eliminating this step sped up the hiring process while maintaining full compliance with regulatory requirements.

Using the BorderPass platform, the entire application was streamlined, reducing processing time and expense that slows down traditional filings. The case was handled with speed and precision, giving the employee a smooth transition with no disruption to their start date. At the same time, it reduced the administrative burden on LumiQ's internal HR team, saving administrative time and effort across the process.

LumiQ achieved over 50% in cost savings compared to traditional immigration lawyers, unlocking tens of thousands in potential savings as international hiring volume grows. BorderPass also delivered end-to-end support, managing both the work permit and permanent residence application to ensure full compliance and a complete immigration pathway for the employee.

A Smarter Approach to Filling Tech Skills Gaps

For employers managing international hiring, immigration support is often fragmented, expensive, and difficult to predict. BorderPass brings legal guidance, pathway identification, and case management into one platform designed for employers who need to move quickly and hire with confidence.

"LumiQ is a strong example of how high-growth companies can approach international hiring strategically," said Sally Daub, Co-founder of BorderPass.

"By identifying the right pathway from the start and managing the full process in one place, we were able to deliver real savings and a better experience for both the employer and the employee."

This partnership reinforces how employers can simplify immigration, reduce internal workload, and build a process that scales as international hiring grows.

About BorderPass

BorderPass is an award-winning digital platform designed to simplify the immigration journey for students, educational institutions, newcomers, and employers. The platform provides tools and lawyer-verified guidance to study, work, and live in a new country with a full spectrum of services including visa applications, document management, and practical settlement assistance such as housing and career support.

BorderPass was developed by experts in law and technology who believe that increasing access to legal support improves immigration outcomes. For more information, visit www.borderpass.ai

About LumiQ

LumiQ is a professional development platform that delivers podcast-style continuing education for accounting and finance professionals. Trusted by practitioners across North America, LumiQ makes it easier for CPAs to complete their CPD requirements through high-quality, on-demand content from industry leaders.

Visit https://lumiqlearn.com