Work Permit

In Canada, work permits are issued through various streams to accommodate the diverse needs of employers and foreign workers. Here are some of the key work permit streams available:
 

1. Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP):

   • The TFWP allows Canadian employers to hire foreign workers to fill temporary labor and skill shortages when qualified Canadian citizens or permanent residents are not available.

   • Employers may need to obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to demonstrate the need for a foreign worker, though some exemptions exist under the International Mobility Program (IMP).

2. International Mobility Program (IMP):

   • The IMP facilitates the entry of foreign workers into Canada without the need for an LMIA under certain circumstances, such as intra-company transfers, reciprocal agreements, and significant economic, social, or cultural benefits.

   • Work permits under the IMP may be exempt from the LMIA requirement but still require a job offer from a Canadian employer.

3. Global Talent Stream (GTS):

   • The GTS is a fast-track work permit program designed to help Canadian employers recruit highly skilled foreign workers for specialized occupations.

   • Employers must receive a positive Labour Market Benefits Plan approval before they can hire foreign workers through the GTS.

4. International Experience Canada (IEC):

   • IEC provides opportunities for young people from participating countries to travel and work in Canada through three categories: Working Holiday, Young Professionals, and International Co-op (Internship).

   • Participants must meet eligibility criteria based on their nationality and age to apply for an IEC work permit.

5. Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):

   • International students who have completed a program of study at a designated learning institution in Canada may be eligible for a PGWP, allowing them to work in Canada for up to three years after graduation.

   • The PGWP is an open work permit, meaning graduates can work for any employer in Canada.

6. Open Work Permits:

   • Open work permits allow foreign nationals to work for any Canadian employer without the need for a job offer.

   • They are typically issued to the spouses or common-law partners of temporary foreign workers, international students, refugees, and certain other individuals.

7. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs):

   • Some provincial nominee programs offer streams that allow foreign workers with job offers in high-demand occupations to apply for provincial nomination, which can facilitate the issuance of a work permit.

These are just a few examples of the work permit streams available in Canada. Each stream has its own eligibility requirements, application processes, and duration of validity. We, at Canada Migration Services Inc, our immigration consultant carefully review prospective applicants in order to maximize their chances in this stream.