Temporary Resident — Work Authorization

Work Permit Canada

Open work permits, employer-specific permits, LMIA-based applications, and IEC working holidays. Shirani Daniel, RCIC-IRB, helps workers and employers navigate Canada’s complex work permit system from Edmonton.

Work Permit Types Explained

Canadian work permits fall into two categories: open work permits (allowing work for any employer) and closed (employer-specific) work permits. Which type you need depends on your situation, your employer, and your underlying immigration status.

Any Employer

Open Work Permit (OWP)

  • Spousal/common-law open work permit
  • Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
  • Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) for PR applicants
  • IEC Working Holiday open work permit
  • Open work permit for vulnerable workers
One Employer

Employer-Specific (Closed) Work Permit

  • LMIA-based work permits (most common)
  • CUSMA (USMCA) professional work permits
  • Intra-company transfers
  • International agreements (GATS, FTA workers)
  • LMIA-exempt permits under R205 / R204

What We Help With

Work permit applications (initial and renewal)
LMIA review and employer guidance
Work permit extensions before expiry
Restoration of status after unauthorized work
Change of employer for closed work permit holders
PGWP applications for graduates
IEC (International Experience Canada) Working Holiday applications
Compliance review for employers hiring foreign workers

Need a Work Permit?

Book a consultation to determine which work permit applies to your situation and build a complete application.

Book Consultation — $50 (825) 435-1101

Common Work Permit Issues

● Unauthorized work (working outside permit conditions)
● Expired permit without renewal filing
● Working for wrong employer on closed permit
● LMIA declined or expired
● Flagged at border for work conditions breach

If you have experienced any of these, contact Shirani before taking further action.

Work in Canada with the Right Permit

Work permit conditions are strictly enforced. Getting the right advice before you apply protects your status and your future in Canada.

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Immigration advice provided by Shirani Jenita Daniel, RCIC-IRB, CICC Licence R705794. This content is general information and does not constitute legal or immigration advice.