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work permit
A work permit is an official document issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that allows a foreign national to legally work in Canada for a specific period of time. Most foreign workers need a valid work permit before they can start working in Canada. Eligibility depends on factors such as a job offer, qualifications, employer requirements, and immigration program rules.
There are two main types of work permits in Canada:
- Employer-specific work permit: This type of permit allows you to work only for the employer named on your work permit. In most cases, the employer must obtain a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or qualify for an LMIA exemption and provide an official job offer number.
- Open work permit: This permit allows you to work for almost any employer in Canada. It is not tied to a specific job or employer. Open work permits are only available under certain immigration programs or special situations, such as international graduates or spouses of skilled workers.
A work permit is an important step for many people who want to gain work experience in Canada or move toward permanent residency.
Post Graduate Work permit (PGWP)
A Post-Graduation Work Permit, or PGWP, allows eligible graduates to work for most employers in Canada.
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Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP)
A Spousal Open Work Permit allows an eligible spouse or common-law partner to work for most employers in Canada without a specific job offer.
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Vulnerable Open Work Permit (VOWP)
This temporary open work permit helps foreign workers leave abusive employment and find a safer job in Canada.
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Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)
A Bridging Open Work Permit, or BOWP, helps eligible permanent residence applicants continue working in Canada while IRCC processes their application.
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Employer-Specific Work Permit Pathways
An employer-specific work permit limits your employment to the employer, occupation, location, and period listed on your permit.
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Rural Community Immigration Pilot RCIP
The Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) provides a permanent residence pathway for skilled workers who plan to work and settle in a participating rural community.
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