Work Permit in Canada
The work permit is a document provided by Canadian immigration authorities to any foreign national wishing to work in Canada and who does not have permanent resident status.
There are two types of work permit that can be issued: the closed work permit which only authorizes the applicant to work for a specific employer, and the open work permit which offers the applicant the possibility to work for any employer in Canada.
LMIA application or LMIA exemption
To apply for a work permit, the employer may first have to submit a Labor Market Impact Assessment “LMIA” application.
This application process can be complex, considering the number of proofs and documents that must be provided, and long – which is why it is always important to be informed before starting the process.
Certain work permit applications are exempt from LMIA, and in these situations it will be possible to submit the application directly to Immigration Canada, subject to meeting the conditions related to the exemption in question.
Other conditions for obtaining a work permit
There are certain requirements that must be met before a person can apply for a work permit. For example, it is necessary to prove to the immigration officer that the applicant will leave Canada when their work permit expires.
The applicant must also have sufficient financial funds to support themselves and their family during their stay in Canada.
These conditions are once again not exhaustive, and in order to know if you meet the eligibility conditions, we invite you to contact us to discuss the conditions with a professional.
This article contains general immigration information and does not constitute advice or legal guidance. For a full and detailed legal opinion as well as an assessment of your situation, contact our lawyer.
Alice Santamaria, immigration lawyer
Alice Santamaria has practiced exclusively in Canadian immigration law for several years in Montreal.
Passionate about defending her clients and the success of each immigration project, Me Santamaria represents each client by making sure to provide transparent, personalized, and professional service while maintaining a human approach.
Before becoming a lawyer, Me Santamaria completed a Master’s in International Law at the University of Montreal, worked at the United Nations in Geneva, and was involved in several associations fighting for human rights and defending the rights of immigrants and refugees.
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