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    Work Permit

    In Canada, opportunities abound and there are economic freedoms. You may be eligible to qualify for one of many work permit pathways. Having work experience in Canada is a great path to PR (Permanent Residency). Find out more about your work options and work permits today by getting in touch with us. As you embark on your Canadian immigration journey, we’ll be there every step of the way.

    LMIA Based Work Permit

    Foreign nationals who wish to work in Canada are generally required to have a job offer from a Canadian employer to obtain a work permit. Before being eligible to apply for a work permit, the potential employer may have to apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). The purpose of an LMIA is to prove that a foreign worker is necessary for a specific job position; it must be true that no Canadian worker or permanent resident is available to do the job.

    In some cases, the employer or the employee depending on the program may be eligible for a LMIA- exempt work permit. There are several programs that are LMIA -exempt. Some examples are the French Mobility Program, Intra-company transfer, reciprocal work permits and more.

    Post Graduation Work Permit

    The post-graduation work permit is given to individuals who have graduated from certain pre-approved post-secondary institutions. This permit is designed to give graduates the chance to gain valuable work experience in the Canadian labour force and economy. These types of work permits can also act as another gateway to potentially becoming a permanent resident and eventually a full Canadian citizen.

    NAFTA Work Permit

    North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) work permits are given to American and Mexican citizens who are looking to temporarily work in Canada. These are approximately 60 targeted professions which the NAFTA work permit is used for. If you want to come to Canada on this type of work permit, you must provide proof that you have a job offer in Canada under one of the targeted professions. Self-employed individuals are not permitted for this type of permit.

    Bridging Open Work Permit

    Bridging open work permit is a term used for individuals who currently have a work permit and are in their application process for permanent residency. To apply for a bridging open work permit you must:
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    • have applied for permanent residency
    • have your current work permit expire in 4 months or less
    • have a valid status on your work permit
    • currently be in Canada



    You must have applied to one of the following permanent residence programs to receive a bridging open work permit:

     

    • Federal Skilled Worker Program
    • Canadian Experience Class
    • Federal Skilled Trades Program
    • Provincial Nominee Program
    • Caring for Children Class
    • Caring for People with High Medical Needs Class

    Work Permit Extension

    A work permit extension must be completed at least 30 days before your current work permit is about to expire. It is best to stay diligent when extending your work permit because you do not want to have to restore your work permit after it expires. If you accidentally forgot to renew your work permit before it expires, restoring your work permit would be the only option. In this case, you must stop working until you receive your new work permit. In addition, there is no guarantee that your work permit will be restored.

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