Work Permit

We assist individuals aiming to gain work experience in Canada by offering comprehensive support—from facilitating online interviews and securing employment to obtaining a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) and a work permit.

Additionally, we provide personalized assistance aligned with your long-term goals, including customized planning for future permanent residency in Canada.

Closed Work Permit.

A Closed Work Permit allows you to work only for a designated employer in a specific position. Typically, the employer must first obtain approval through Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), and then the employee can apply for a work permit based on the approval.

LMIA Process

  • 01
    Find an employer who can support LMIA
  • 02
    Advertise job position for 4 weeks
  • 03
    Submit LMIA application
    (Government Fee: $1,000)
  • 04
    Phone interview with Service Canada and employer
  • 05
    Receive LMIA apporval notification within a week after interview
  • 06
    Apply for a work permit

※ Additionally, the Internship & Young Professionals stream under International Experience Canada (IEC) is available to individuals from a select list of countries.

Open Work Permit.

An Open Work Permit enables individuals to work in Canada without restrictions on occupation or location. It is typically issued to participants in the Working Holiday program, spouses of Canadian work or study permit holders, and individuals in certain other categories.

  • 01PGWP (Post-Graduation Work Permit)arr

    This work permit lets international graduates from Canadian public or designated institutions to work in Canada, with validity up to three years based on their program's length.

  • 02BOWP (Bridging Open Work Permit)arr

    A Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) allows individuals to maintain their employment while their permanent residence application is being processed."

  • 03Working Holidayarr

    This stream, part of the IEC program, enables youth from selected countries to live and work in Canada

  • 04SOWP (Spousal Open Work Permit)arr

    This work permit enables spouses or partners of international students(Master's or Doctorate-level programs) or work permit holders to work in Canada.

Top 6 Destinations in Canada.

  • Toronto
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  • Vancouver
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Toronto

Toronto serves as Canada's financial hub, hosting major banks, investment firms, and insurance companies, leading to vibrant economic activities. Moreover, it's in close proximity to Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge, known as Canada's "Silicon Valley," where numerous IT companies thrive.

  • Financial Services
  • IT & Tech
  • Real Estate
  • Healthcare
  • Education
Vancouver

Vancouver is one of Canada's IT hub cities and shares the same time zone with the Silicon Valley in US. Additionally, the real estate market in Vancouver has seen significant growth, making real estate investment and related professions popular. The film and entertainment industry is thriving, earning the nickname "Hollywood of the North." In fact, it produces various TV shows, dramas, and even Hollywood films.

  • IT & Tech
  • Tourism
  • Entertainment
  • Real Estate
  • Education
  • Avaition & Logistics
Montreal

Montreal has seen significant development in the aerospace industry, with the headquarters of aerospace companies like Bombardier. It is also home to globally known video game development firms, attracting professionals in that field.

  • Video Game
  • Aerospace
  • Entertainment
  • Biotech & Healthcare
  • Financial Services
  • Design & Fashion
  • Education
Calgary

Alberta, known for its oil production, places Calgary at the center of the oil and gas industry. Consequently, many related industry headquarters are located here. Furthermore, there is a growing emphasis on environmentally friendly energy development, expanding into areas like green energy.

  • Energy & Resources
  • Real Estate & Finance
  • IT & Tech
  • Agriculture
  • Tourism
Ottawa

Ottawa serves as Canada's capital city and is home to numerous government agencies and related organizations, offering employment opportunities in these sectors. Additionally, it attracts professionals due to the presence of various research institutions and technology companies.

  • Goverment & Public Services
  • IT & Tech
  • Biomedical
  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing
  • Tourism
Saskatoon

Located in the plain region of central Canada, Saskatoon is rich in natural resources and has a thriving agriculture sector. As a result, various industries related to these fields are experiencing growth, making it one of the prominent regions in terms of economic development.

  • Agriculture
  • Mining
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Real Estate
  • Health & Medical

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