To avoid any interruption to your employment and to prevent a lapse in your legal status, it is crucial to apply for an extension before your current work permit expires.
Submitting your application on time places you in "maintained status", allowing you to continue working under the same conditions until a decision is made on your application.
A Canadian work permit is an official authorization that allows foreign nationals to work legally in Canada. It's an essential document for those who wish to gain Canadian work experience, advance their careers, or even use it as a stepping stone towards permanent residency.
You will need a new or extended job offer from your current employer. This may require a new Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or an LMIA-exempt offer.
To extend an open work permit, you must still meet the eligibility requirements (e.g., your spouse's status in Canada remains valid for a Spousal Open Work Permit).
This status is only valid if you submit a complete and eligible application before your permit expires. A late application may result in loss of your legal status.
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To work for a specific employer under defined conditions (e.g., job title, location, duration). Usually requires an LMIA, which proves that a Canadian employer needs the foreign worker to fill a labour shortage or possesses specialized skills after attempting to hire Canadians or permanent residents.
Authorize the worker to work in nearly any occupation with nearly an employer throughout Canada. A Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is not required - an applicant must be eligible for an open work permit.
Issued by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), an Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) confirms that there is a genuine need for a foreign worker to fill a specific job and that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available to do the job.
A positive LMIA is often a crucial step for employers to hire temporary foreign workers and for those workers to apply for an employer-specific work permit.
Yes. Most immigration programs designed to attract skilled workers let you include your family in your application for permanent residency in Canada. This includes your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children. Additionally, Canada has separate programs where citizens and permanent residents can sponsor certain close relatives for immigration.
While there's no age limit to apply for economic immigration programs, your age will affect your score. These programs award points based on various factors like education, language skills, work experience, and even having a job lined up in Canada. People between 25 and 35 get the highest score for age, but don't worry! If you're outside this range, you can make up for it with strong points in other categories.
If you're an international student wanting to study in Canada, you'll need a study permit. To get one, you must first be accepted by a school approved by the Canadian government (called a designated learning institution). You'll also need to show you have enough money to cover your schooling, living costs, and even the ticket back home.
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