Frequently Asked Questions
You may be eligible for an open work permit if:
-You are an international student who graduated from a DLI and are eligible for the PGWP
-You are a student who can no longer meet the costs of your studies (indigent student - conditions apply)
-You have an employer specific work permit and are being abused or are at risk of being abused in connection with your work in Canada (conditions apply)
-You applied for permanent residence in Canada and are in the process.
-Is an immediate dependent relative of someone who applied for permanent residence
-Is the spouse or common-law partner of a skilled worker or international student the spouse or common-law partner of an Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program applicant.
-Is a refugee, refugee claimant, protected person or family member.
-Are under an unenforceable removal order
-Are a holder of a temporary residence permit
-Are a youth worker participating in special international mobility programs (famously known as a working holiday)
In each of these situations, you must meet additional criteria to be eligible.
Other questions you may be interested in
At immiland we have a 100% trained legal team for visa preparation. You will not be obligated to retain our visa services when you obtain our educational services, but you will have the option to contract them and take advantage of a 10% discount on them.
No, before you apply for a closed (employer-specific) work permit, your employer must give you:
-A copy of your employment contract or job offer
-1 of the following:
*A copy of a labor market impact assessment (LMIA)
*An offer of employment number (for LMIA-exempt workers)
A joint stock company is a legal entity separate from its owners. To incorporate, you must register with the appropriate province, define the shareholders and file the incorporation documents.
Yes, they start at $25 CAD and for Immiland customers under the code Moving2Canada you get $10 CAD off.
The search tool is intended as a starting point. To ensure you apply correctly, we recommend having your profile reviewed by an immigration expert.
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