In the same case, a Labour Market Opinion is not required to obtain a work permit. Those who are able to demonstrate that their employment in Canada will provide significant benefits to Canadians or permanent residents may be considered exempt. This is completely discretionary upon [...]

Effective immediately, and for the first time, these international students would be able to obtain an Open Work Permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program, with no restrictions on the type of employment and no requirement for a job offer. In addition, the [...]

Applications received by HRSDC before or on March 8, 2013 Employers whose AEO application was received by HRSDC on or before March 8, 2013, and who have not yet received an opinion will be able to submit an LMO application should they choose. [...]

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NAFTA Work Permit Generally, a citizen of a foreign country who wishes to enter Canada must first obtain a visa. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) created special economic and trade relationships for the United States, Canada, and Mexico. If your occupation [...]

If the officer is of the opinion that H&C considerations warrant the grant of the requested exemption(s), then the officer may render a positive Stage 1 assessment if it is within their authority. When a positive Stage 1 assessment has been made, it [...]

Live-in Caregivers are quickly becoming one of the most in-demand positions in Canada. As such, Canada has a long history of accommodating live-in caregivers for both work permits and permanent residence. A live-in caregiver who wishes to apply for permanent resident status must: Be approved [...]

When deciding on the best way to come to Canada, there are a lot of things you should consider. Depending on your intended purpose in Canada, you might consider a temporary matter or a permanent matter. If your family is in Canada, if you have [...]

Canadian Visitor Visas Planning to visit Canada? Or troubled in deciding which visa type is most appropriate for you? Either way, we have the perfect answer for you. In order to visit Canada, citizens of other countries and territories will require a visa. [...]

Super Visa Who Qualifies A super visa is given to parents and grandparents of citizens and permanent residents of Canada who want to visit Canada. This is a new option provided from December 1st, 2011.  This visa is valid for 10 years and will allow [...]

Are you an ambitious student? Are you not satisfied with the education offered in your country? Do you dream of courses that you would like to do but are not available in your country? Canada has always welcomed foreign students. It is very popular among [...]

A startup visa is good for people who want to establish a business or company in Canada and want to immigrate permanently to Canada. This is a new category introduced by the Canada Immigration Department and is the first of its kind. It [...]