LMIA-exempt foreign workers fall under the International Mobility Program (IMP). Being exempt does not mean that the foreign national is exempted from obtaining a work permit. For more information contact us.

Under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), an employer must first receive an approval from the Canadian government before hiring a foreign national. This comes in the form of Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). The LMIA is a document that an employer in Canada may need to obtain from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) before hiring a foreign worker. The LMIA should be either neutral or positive and is valid for 18 months

Under the Post Graduate Work PeRMIT, International students who complete an eligible Canadian post-secondary program may apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).A PGWP allows you to work for any employer of your choice in Canada. You can go on to use this professional work experience to help you with an application for Canadian permanent residence.

Open work permit biggest advantage is the freedom to work in the occupation, or for the employer of your choice

Under the Canada-United States- Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) formerly NAFTA), citizens of the United States and Mexico can obtain work permits to work in Canada in certain professions.

We cannot assist you with the finding a job in Canada. However, we can assist you with a work permit after you have received a job offer from a Canadian employer.

The type of work permit issued to you will depend on your situation. These are some of the common types of work permits you may need to apply: Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) – This is a job offer from a Canadian employer to work in a specific position. The employer must be eligible to apply for an LMIA. LMIA-Exempt but requiring a job offer or employment contract – These work permits allow foreign workers to work for a specific employer in one particular position but do not require an LMIA. International Mobility Program (IMP) – No work permit is issued, but authorization must be sought to work under this category under an international non-trade agreement. Intra-Company Transfers – For specialized knowledge and executive/senior managerial position. Open Work Permits (no job offer or LMIA required) – For accompanying spouses, dependents of Temporary Residents of specific categories. There is no need to have a job offer to apply for an open work permit. Contact us for more information. Do I need a work permit to be able to work remotely outside Canada for a Canadian employer? You could be able to work for a Canadian employer while living outside of Canada. However, you must check your taxation and work permit status with the company and if you will need a work permit and a temporary resident visa. Contact us for more information. Can I work with different Canadian employers in Canada? The type of work permit issued to you will determine your work conditions and status in Canada. Always check if you have received an LMIA or an open work permit before you make any decisions. Contact us for an assessment.

You could be able to work for a Canadian employer while living outside of Canada. However, you must check your taxation and work permit status with the company and if you will need a work permit and a temporary resident visa.Contact us for more information.

The type of work permit issued to you will determine your work conditions and status in Canada. Always check if you have received an LMIA or an open work permit before you make any decisions. Contact us for more information.