Work Permits

We help clients in and outside Canada to apply for work permits and work permit extensions. Whether you're seeking temporary employment or planning to extend your current work authorization, our expert team will guide you through the process.

Types of Work Permits

Employer-Specific Work Permits

These permits are tied to a specific employer, job, and location. You can only work for the employer named on your work permit.

Requires a job offer from a Canadian employer
May require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
Valid for a specific duration and employer

Open Work Permits

Allow you to work for any employer in Canada, with some restrictions. These permits are not tied to a specific employer.

Available to spouses/common-law partners of certain workers or students
Post-graduation work permits for international students
International Experience Canada (IEC) participants
Refugee claimants and protected persons

LMIA-Based Permits

Work permits that require a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Employer must demonstrate need for foreign worker
Must show that no Canadian worker is available
Employer must meet specific requirements

Work Permit Extensions

If you're already working in Canada and need to extend your work permit, we can help you navigate the extension process.

Apply before your current permit expires
Maintain your legal status in Canada
Continue working under maintained status provisions

How We Can Help

Eligibility Assessment

Determine your eligibility for various work permit categories.

Application Preparation

Complete assistance with all required documentation and forms.

Application Submission

Professional submission and follow-up on your behalf.

Extension Services

Help with work permit extensions and status maintenance.