Canada Work
Program

Employer-Specific Work Permit:

• check_circle An employer-specific work permit allows you to work in Canada under specific conditions outlined in your work permit.
• check_circle These conditions include details such as the name of your employer, the duration of your employment, and the location where you can work, if applicable.
• check_circle Before applying for this permit, your employer must provide you with a copy of your employment contract and, depending on the situation, either a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or an offer of employment number.

Open Work Permit:

• check_circle An open work permit grants you the flexibility to work for any employer in Canada, except those listed as ineligible or involved in specific activities like striptease or escort consultants.
• check_circle Certain situations allow you to apply for an open work permit.
• check_circle Some occupations may require a medical exam. If you wish to avoid medical conditions on your open work permit, you can undergo a medical examination by a panel physician.

Bringing Your Family:

Are you planning to bring your family with you to Canada? Your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children may be eligible to join you. They could potentially work, study, or live with you while you pursue employment opportunities in Canada.

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Eligibility Requirements if Applying from Inside Canada:

You can apply from inside Canada if you meet one of the following criteria:

• check_circle Have a valid study or work permit.
• check_circle Your spouse, common-law partner, or parents have a valid study or work permit.
• check_circle Eligible for a post-graduation work permit with a valid study permit.
• check_circle Possess a valid temporary resident permit for six months or more.
• check_circle Waiting on a decision for permanent residence application.
• check_circle Have claimed refugee protection or recognized as a convention refugee.

Eligibility Requirements if Applying at a Port of Entry:

Apply for your work permit before traveling to Canada, but if eligible, you can apply at a port of entry. For employer-specific or open work permit applicants, specific steps must be completed, including meeting electronic travel authorization requirements.

While most applicants can't provide biometrics at a port of entry, eligible applicants meeting specific criteria can do so. The process involves starting and finishing the application at the same port of entry.