LMIA-EXEMPT WORK PERMITS
While most work permits for Canada require employers to apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), certain work permits are exempt from this requirement.
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CAREGIVER PROGRAMOPEN WORK PERMITCO-OP WORK PERMITPOST-GRADUATION WORK PERMITBRIDGING WORK PERMITINTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE CANADAINTERNATIONAL MOBILITY PROGRAM
Canada’s new pilot caregiver program accepts applicants with valid job offers from Canadian employers. Even better, caregivers can now apply for permanent residency along with their work permit application.
An open work permit is not job-specific and allows you to work for any employer in Canada. You can apply for an open work permit without a job offer. Only certain individuals can apply for an open work permit.
International students can only work part-time while studying. However, your study program may require you to work full-time as an integral part of your studies and enroll you in a co-op program. If this is the case, you will need a co-op work permit.
International students who have graduated from a post-secondary program in Canada may be eligible to apply for a post-graduation work permit. Gaining Canadian work experience may support a future permanent residency application.
A bridging work permit is an open work permit that allows you to keep working while you wait for the results of your permanent residency application.
International Experience Canada (IEC) is a program that provides youth from other countries the opportunity to travel and work in Canada.
If your intended occupation is under a trade agreement or otherwise benefits Canada, you may be eligible for an LMIA-exempt work permit.
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Majority of work permits require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), while in some cases a work permit may not even be required! And if you wish to extend your work period in Canada, you can apply for a visa extension.
Here is basic information on work permits in Canada, including regular work permits. Most regular work permits require a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) before you can file an application.
Certain individuals or instances may waive the need for a work permit. A temporary resident visa may still be needed.
You may be able to extend your temporary stay in Canada if you apply before your current status expires and meet certain criteria.
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