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🌍 Work in Canada

Empowering Skilled Workers, Entrepreneurs & Professionals to Build a Future in Canada

At Turaco Immigration, we provide regulated, strategic guidance for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, investors, and self-employed individuals seeking to contribute meaningfully to the Canadian economy. Whether you’re pursuing a temporary work permit or aiming for permanent residency, we help you navigate federal and provincial immigration pathways with clarity and compliance.

Let us support your transition — from global talent to Canadian resident — with legal insight, personalized planning, and care at every step.

🔒 Employer-Specific Work Permits

Ideal for individuals with a job offer from a single Canadian employer.

This permit type is tied to the specific job, employer, and location listed in the application.

Key Requirements:

A valid Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) or employer offer number
A formal employment offer from a Canadian employer
Compliance with conditions regarding employer, job role, and location

Best For:

Skilled workers hired for specific roles in sectors like agriculture, hospitality, tech, and caregiving where designated employment is required.

🔓 Open Work Permits

Work Without Job Restrictions
Open work permits allow eligible individuals to work for almost any employer in Canada without needing a specific job offer or a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

✅ Who Can Apply?

Graduates applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Spouses or common-law partners of:
- Eligible international students enrolled in master's, doctoral, or select professional programs
- High-skilled foreign workers in TEER 0–1 jobs or designated TEER 2–3 occupations
Individuals applying for permanent residence from inside Canada (e.g., family sponsorship or Express Entry)
Vulnerable workers under employer-specific permits experiencing abuse or risk of abuse

🔄 Family Permit Update (Effective January 21, 2025)

Recent changes limit open work permit eligibility for family members to:

Spouses/common-law partners of students in graduate-level or professional programs
Spouses/common-law partners of workers in high-demand occupations, such as:
- Science and technology
- Health care and education
- Skilled trades and construction

❌ Note: Dependent children are no longer eligible for open work permits unless they were included in applications submitted before January 21, 2025.

🛂 Key Features

No job offer required — enjoy flexibility in choosing employers and industries
Online application process — most eligible applicants apply from within Canada
Pathway support — open work permits often serve as stepping stones to permanent residency

🌍 International Experience Canada (IEC)

Work, travel, and gain valuable experience in Canada

International Experience Canada (IEC) is a temporary work permit initiative that allows young adults from partner countries to live and work in Canada for a limited time. It’s designed to promote cultural exchange and build international career experience.

✨ Who Can Apply?

Youth aged 18–35 (age limit depends on your country of citizenship) from countries that have bilateral youth mobility agreements with Canada.

🧳 IEC Categories

Working Holiday
- Open work permit
- Flexible job opportunities to help fund your travel
- Great for those without a job offer in advance
Young Professionals
- Employer-specific work permit
- For career-related experience in your field of study or training
- Requires a valid job offer in Canada
International Co-op (Internship)
- Employer-specific work permit
- For students seeking work placements related to their academic program
- Must be registered in a post-secondary institution

⚙️ Other Work Permit Options

⚡ Global Skills Strategy (GSS)

Fast-track your work permit with GSS:

Designed for high-skilled workers in TEER 0 or 1 occupations
Available with or without an LMIA (based on exemption eligibility)
Employers submit the job offer through the Employer Portal
Processing time: 2 weeks for eligible applications

Ideal for tech professionals and specialized talent in fast-paced sectors.

🌐 Intra-Company Transfer (ICT)

Transfer key personnel within your multinational company:

For executives, senior managers, and specialized knowledge workers
Requires a qualifying relationship between the foreign and Canadian entities
Must have 1+ year full-time experience with the company abroad
Valid for 1–3 years, renewable up to 7 years total

An excellent route for relocating leadership and experts—LMIA-exempt under IMP.

🚀 C11 Entrepreneur Work Permit

Launch or manage your own business in Canada:

For entrepreneurs, business buyers, and investors
Must have 50%+ ownership and active role in business operations
Must demonstrate a significant benefit to Canada
LMIA not required (applied under R205(a), C11 of the IMP)

This pathway supports long-term PR plans while building your business.

💡 C10 Significant Benefit Work Permit

For individuals who contribute to Canada’s broader interests:

Applies to entrepreneurs, researchers, and professionals
Must demonstrate cultural, social, or economic value to Canada
Typically issued for 1 year and can be renewed
Also LMIA-exempt, under R205(a), C10

Great for innovators and non-traditional professionals making an impact.

🧳 Additional Work Permit Routes

Other LMIA-exempt pathways include:

CUSMA, CETA, & FTAs (for professionals, investors, and business visitors)
Bridging Open Work Permits (for inland PR applicants)

WHITE BACKGROUND IMAGE WITH A RED MAPLE LEAVE

🛠️ How to Apply

Employer-Specific Work Permits:

Obtain a valid LMIA or employer offer number
Receive signed employment contract and supporting documents
Submit your work permit application online or from within Canada

Open Work Permits:

Prepare your eligibility documents (e.g., PGWP, spouse status, PR application)
Apply online through the IRCC portal

We provide tailored assistance at every stage of the application to ensure compliance and success.

✅ Compare Your Path

GSS No (If Exempt) High-Skilled Talent 2 weeks processing

ICT No Intra-Company 1 -3 years (Up to 7)

C11 No Enterpreneurs/ Business Up to 2

C10 No Significant benefits 1 year (renewable)

IEC & FTA -based No Youth, Professionals, Varies

LMIA Required

Best For

Typical Duration

📞 Not sure which Canadian work permit is right for you?

Whether you're a skilled worker exploring employer-sponsored options, a graduate applying for a PGWP, a business owner pursuing the C11 pathway, or a global executive transferring through ICT — choosing the right strategy is key to your success.

At Turaco Immigration, we offer personalized, regulated guidance tailored to your background, goals, and industry. From LMIA-based permits to open work options and long-term PR planning, we help you take the next step with clarity and confidence.

➡️ Book a consultation with our Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant today and let’s map your pathway to working in Canada.

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