Whether you are a recent graduate looking to further your career through working in Canada, or a seasoned skilled/semi-skilled worker who is hired by a Canadian company, Canada has a multitude of pathways to gain work permits suited to your situation.
Most foreign nationals intending to work temporarily in Canada need to be authorized by IRCC before they can begin working for a Canadian employer. You will need to apply for a work permit with supporting documents to IRCC.
Before you can apply for a work permit, your employer, in most cases might need to apply for a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to demonstrate genuine need to hire a foreign national and receive a positive outcome.
Work permits can be applied from outside Canada, inside Canada and at the port of entry. However, there are eligibility requirements that need to be met for each category.
Upon issuance of a work permit, you must be compliant of all conditions listed on your permit. Foreign nationals who are in contravention of their may face negative consequences that may impact future applications to IRCC. Seeking legal counsel immediately to rectify the situation and minimizing the damages is the best recourse.
Once you have gained sufficient authorized work experience in Canada, there are several federal (Canadian experience class) and provincial immigration programs (provincial nominee programs) that can pave the way to permanent residence.
