May 28, 2021 - CIWSR | Canada Immigration Work and Study resources

Canada’s Temporary Work Permit Process

Your process will depend on whether you need to complete the Canadian government's labor market test (known as the "LMIA"). For Canadian immigration purposes the definition of "work" is very broad and is defined as an activity for which wages are paid or commission is earned, or that competes directly with activities of Canadian citizens or permanent residents in the Canadian labor market, no matter the duration of the intended activity. Generally speaking, a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) is required, indicating that the proposed employment will not adversely affect Canadian workers. In most cases, a job offer from a Canadian employer is required to apply for a Canadian Work Permit. In limited situations, Canadian immigration regulations allow for Open Work Permits, which are not employer-specific. A work permit is always temporary in...

Express Entry

Express Entry is Canada's primary system for processing applications from skilled professionals seeking permanent residency. Eligible candidates must register on the website of the Canadian government. Canada invites the top-ranked immigration hopefuls to apply for permanent residence every two weeks. Every year, Canada hopes to welcome around 110,000 immigrants through Express Entry. Express Entry is an automated system for managing skilled worker applications to become permanent residents of Canada. The federal government evaluates whether a candidate is eligible for a program operated by Express Entry once the candidate provides an online profile. Candidates who meet the requirements are allowed into the Express Entry pool and ranked using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). The CRS is a point-based system that the government uses to...