In some cases, foreign workers may qualify to work in Canada without LMIA under various programs, such as the International Mobility Program. Immigration.ca, in conjunction with our internal recruitment firm, often assists employers and job applicants with the hiring process, securing services for capable LMIAs, and applying for Canadian work permits and related Canadian visas.
Candidates who have a job offer in Canada and are ready to apply for a work permit must complete the following questionnaire to receive a free evaluation.
Jobs in Canada with a work permit
Temporary Work Permits: Terms, Conditions, and Validity
Here you will find:
A description of the conditions attached to the temporary work permit.
A description of how to add or change these terms
Information about how long a temporary work permit can be valid
Information on how to extend the validity of the work permit
Canadian visa officers have the authority to add conditions to your work permit, such as:
How long is the permit valid?
The type of work that a work permit holder can do
The employers for whom a foreign worker can work
The geographical locations in which the foreign worker must work
The specified times and periods during which a foreign worker may or may not work
How to apply for a Canadian temporary work permit
Step 1: Determine if you need a work permit to do the job you want in Canada
Step 2: Determine if you qualify to apply for a Canadian temporary work permit
Step 3: Decide whether to apply online or on paper
Step 4: Get a positive Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from the potential employer, if needed
Step 5: Get a temporary job offer from a potential employer
Step 6: Gather all required documents and forms