In most situations, a work permit is necessary to work lawfully in Canada but, in some situations, one may not need one.
There are numerous programs and pathways available to qualified candidates for obtaining a work permit. The following are some of the ongoing programs:
LMIA And Work Permit
The employer will choose the candidate, and the candidate will gets the LMIA in order to apply for a work permit.
LMIA Exempt Work Permit
Canada participates in several international agreements that make it easier for foreign workers to enter the country. These agreements' admission of foreign workers is thought to be highly beneficial to Canada and does not, however, call for an LMIA.
Global Talent Stream
Employers can apply for work permits under the Global Talent Stream and benefit from two week faster processing timeframes if they are in high growth industries or want to hire IT expertise. This scheme was put in place to make sure businesses could promptly hire foreign laborers in Canada to satisfy the demands of their expanding operations.
NAFTA Work Permit (North American Free Trade Agreement)
A labor market impact assessment is typically not required for work permits under NAFTA's requirements (LMIA).
Employers and employees who use the NAFTA program must abide by all regulations pertaining to temporary labor in Canada, even though they are excluded from the LMIA.
Mexican nationals need an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) in order to enter Canada, whereas US citizens do not.
Work Without Work Permit
A foreign national may work in a number of jobs and circumstances without a work permit. For example: Athlete's, Aviation accident or incident inspector, Business visitor, Civil aviation inspector, Crew, Emergency service providers, Examiners and evaluators, Expert witnesses or investigators, Foreign government officers, Health care students, Judges, referees and similar officials, On-campus employment and some Off-campus work, Performing artists, Public speakers are some examples of it.
International Experience Class
To work in Canada, citizens of certain nations who have bilateral youth mobility agreements with Canada or nations that receive funding from a Recognized Organization (RO) may apply for a work permit.
Open Work Permit
Individuals from abroad who qualify for an Open Work permit:
Spouse or common-law partner who is applying for inland sponsorship in order to be sponsored for permanent residence
Partner or spouse of a Temporary Foreign Worker.
Spouses or common-law partners of foreign students enrolled in Canadian universities.
A Post-Graduation Open Work Permit may be applied for by international students who have just graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution and meet the requirements of the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program.
Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)
A worker can continue to work in Canada while their application for permanent residency is being processed by obtaining a bridging open work permit (BOWP).
Work while Studying
Without a work permit, international students in Canada with a valid study permit can work while they are enrolled in programs. Foreign students' spouses or common-law partners may permitted to work in Canada while their spouse is enrolled in graduate-level or master's degree programs. The spouse is able to work in any job without any limitations by applying for an Open Work Permit.