Having work experience in Canada is a great path to Permanent Residency.

Work Permit

• Allows you to work according to the conditions on your work permit, which includes the name of the employer you work for, how long you can work, and the location where you work (if applicable)

Temporary Foreign Worker Program

• A Canadian employer must apply for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
• A positive LMIA demonstrates that there are no qualified Canadians or permanent residents available to take the position

International Mobility Program

• Encompasses all LMIA-exempt work permits

Open Work Permit

• Allows you to work for any employer in Canada, with limited exceptions

Some options are available to foreign nationals where a job offer and LMIA will not be required