Work in Canada
How I can work in Canada
To apply for a work permit in Canada, you will have to go through any of these two programs:
Temporary Foreign worker program (This program requires a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to be a beneficiary of this program.)
International Mobility Program (For this program, you don’t need an LMIA)
The Canadian government expects Canadian employers to provide the LMIA to demonstrate that the foreign workers hired are not a threat. In order to demonstrate that foreign workers are not being used to replace existing workers, the Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) department must be made aware.
Some work permits are exempt from the general LMIA requirement. If an employer wishes to circumvent the rule, a free trade agreement known as the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement must be signed (CUSMA). These agreements allow employers to hire foreign workers without the need for an LMIA. If the foreign worker does not have LMIA, the International Mobility Program can help them obtain a work permit. If you don't already have a work permit in Canada, you can apply for post-graduate work permits, working holidays, and open spousal work permits.
LMIA REQUIRED
This work permit will not be issued until the employer has obtained a Labour Market Impact
LMIA EXEMPT
This is for a work permit that does not require the employer or employee to obtain an LMIA before beginning work in Canada.
CUSMA
A Canada-United-States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) can be used to bypass the LMIA process, allowing a foreign worker to work in Canada.
INTRA-COMPANY TRANSFERS
When an employer uses the intra-company transfer, foreign workers can move from one of their company's branches outside of Canada to their Canadian office.
BUSINESS VISITORS
If you are referred to as a business visitor in Canada, you will be able to work in Canada without the need for a work permit, but there are some restrictions.
POST-GRADUATION WORK PERMITS
Without a work permit, any international student can work in Canada for up to three years, depending on the years of study.
Evaluate Your Work Permit Options
RIGHT NOW, I HAVE A JOB OFFER IN CANADA.
Assume you have a job offer from a Canadian company and are considering your next steps. You don't have to worry because Spruce Immigration can assist you. First, review our work permit services and contact us with any questions.
I HAVE A JOB OFFER IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC
Because of their specialisation, it would be best if you did not generalise the working conditions in Quebec to every other province in Canada. You must first obtain a CAQ document before proceeding with the process. It is also worth noting that the Labour Market Impact Assessment is structured differently. issued in Quebec. Contact us first to get you familiar with how it works and inform you how best to secure your Quebec work permit.
I LIVE IN MEXICO OR THE UNITED STATES.
If you are from the United States or Mexico, you are in luck because Canada has a special relationship with these countries. You can obtain the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), which allows you to work in Canada without having to obtain LMIA. This contract applies to investors, intra-company transfers, traders, and professionals. If you are certain that you are a citizen of exico or the Uited States, please contact us and we will assist you with the application process.
I OWN A CANADIAN COMPANY AND WISH TO HIRE A FOREIGN WORKER.
Are you a Canadian employer looking for ways to hire foreign workers without having to go through all of the red tape? You are correct, as we have specialists who can assist you with all of your work permit requirements. If you have specific requirements, we will walk you through the process of obtaining the employee of your choice. We would discuss the possibility of hiring without LMIA as well as the options that do. Contact us today and let us help you with your business needs as soon as possible.
I WORK IN TECHNOLOGY.
Many tech workers are wondering how they can get a job for a short time without a work permit. As a tech worker, you can enter via the global talent pipeline or the free trade agreement (CUSMA). Employers and employees alike can use the global talent stream to obtain the authorization required for a short-term work migration.
I WORK IN THE FILM AND TELEVISION INDUSTRY.
You do not need an LMIA to work in Canada if you work in the television or film industries. However, both the producer and the workers must follow the general requirements for a work permit. Please contact us for more information.
I AM AN ENTREPRENEUR LOOKING FOR WORK IN CANADA.
Before you can start a new business in Canada, you must first obtain an entrepreneur work permit. You can also check the Entrepreneur Start-Up Visa programme to see if you need to meet any additional requirements. Furthermore, you can use the Intra-company transfer to establish your company. When you contact us, we will tell you more.
I WOULD LIKE TO WORK AS A SELF-EMPLOYED INDIVIDUAL IN CANADA.
If you want to work as a self-employed person in Canada, you'll have to go through a few steps. Though there are programmes available for this type of work, it may be difficult for most people. Don't worry, Spruce Immigration will assist you in simplifying the process. For more information, please contact us.
I AM A RECENT GRADUATE OR STUDENT IN CANADA
The post-graduation work permit is only available after a certain number of years of study in Canada. Contact us and we'll show you your options and how you can eventually apply for Canadian immigration through the Provincial Nominee or Express Entry Program.
I REQUIRE CANADIAN WORK.
If you are not already employed in Canada and need to work there, there is a way to do so. We have the tools to help you make the right decisions and find a good job in Canada. Check out our website's available employment resource tools or contact us directly.
FAQs
The LMIA is obtained by the Canadian employer when there is a need to employ a foreign worker. The employer must show the government that there is no Canadian fit for the job and that a Canadian is not currently being displaced to provide the vacancy. Acquiring an LMIA takes time as the government ensures no error during the scrutiny.
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) department does the work permit allocation. Once you have obtained an LMIA (If it is required), you will need to submit it to the Employment and Social Development Canada department, which, when reviewed, will be forwarded to the IRCC. If the IRCC approves it, you will get the work permit, but if not, you may have to reapply.
The time frame is not fixed as it is based on several factors. One of them is the Labour Market Impact Assessment (If required or not). The work permit stream will also determine how fast you get your work permit.
The work permit documents depend on whether you need an LMIA for the application. If you need it, the following will be submitted to the IRCC alongside the LMIA.
- Your employment contract
- The offer letter sent by the company
- a copy of the LMIA and the Number
Also, the applicants need to prove they will not remain in Canada when their work permit expires. In addition, they need to show they can provide for themselves financially and also not contribute any ills to society.
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A work permit is a legal document that enables a foreign national to work while present in Canada. About 500,000 temporary foreign workers receive work permits from Canada each year from all over the world.