New Canadian work permit available
Core workers and foreign graduates based in Canada can work while waiting for their PR.
Earlier, on May 6, 2021, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Service (IRCC) officially opened a new pathway to permanent residency for international graduates of Canadian educational institutions and essential workers (this includes healthcare workers and those engaged in other essential work activities in Canada).
And on July 15, Marco El Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship announced that as of July 26, those who have applied for a permanent residence (PR) under this program can also receive an open single-entry work permit while waiting for their application to be processed.
"Our new pathway to permanent residency for 90,000 core workers and foreign graduates is an important step forward of unprecedented size, speed and scope. The new open work permit they will receive will ensure that these people can continue the important work activities they have been doing throughout their quarantine. Our message to them is simple: your status may be temporary, but your contribution to Canada is lasting and we want you to stay," said Marco El Mendicino.
To qualify for this work permit, applicants must show that they:
1. Successfully applied under new program.
2. have a valid work permit or have the right to work without a work permit at the time of their application for a permanent residence permit.
3. have a valid work permit that expires within the next 4 months.
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