Work Permit
Every year, millions of foreign workers visit Canada in order to satisfy the needs of Canadian companies. Temporary occupations usually need work authorization. Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) established a scheme that permits foreign employees to work in Canada for a set amount of time.
A work permit is not an immigration document and does not allow foreigners to remain permanently in Canada. Foreigners must qualify for immigration categories such as skilled worker programmes in order to reside in Canada permanently. Your spouse or common-law partner, as well as any dependent children, can apply for a work permit to come to Canada to study or work. The duration of a work permit is determined by the needs of the employment. Applicants must apply for a renewal of their work permit at least 30 days before their existing permit expires.
Permit to Work
in the Open
Foreign employees with an open work permit can work for any employer in Canada, with the exception of employers who are ineligible as defined by the Canadian government and employers whose job description includes sexual or related labour.
Work Permit for a Specific Employer
Foreign employees working under an employer-specific work permit must adhere to the criteria outlined on the work permit.
Name of the company for which you will be workingWork time frameThe work’s location (if applicable)Requirement for Applicants
Without a work permit, there are jobs available
When you require a job in order to obtain a Work permit
Caregivers and agricultural labourers are two of these occupations. Before working in Canada, caregivers who care for the old, crippled, or children must get a work permit. Agricultural labourers are in the same boat.
Certain occupations in Canada need the use of a valid work permit.
