What does a work visa in Canada mean?

Work Visa

A work permit is a document that allows you to work legally in Canada in exchange for remuneration. There are two types of work permits:

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Restrictions

Depending on your nationality, the employer may require a Labor Market Impact Assessment (also known as a Labour Market Impact Assessment - LMIA).
Getting the job offer can be time consuming. It requires adapting your CV and professional documents to the Canadian format.
An upper-intermediate level of the language is required.
There are additional requirements depending on the type of permit you are applying for.

Requirements

The employment cannot be related to an employer who is listed as "ineligible" on the list of employers who have failed to meet the conditions.
Employment may not be related to an employer that offers striptease, lap dancing, escort services or erotic massages.
Demonstrate that you will leave Canada when your work permit expires.
Demonstrate that you have enough money to care for yourself and your family members for a reasonable period of time.
Not represent a danger to the security of Canada.