Work Permit

You may not need a work permit to work temporarily in Canada. Find out if you need one.

Temporary workers
Learn how to get a work permit if you are a temporary worker.

Live-in caregivers
Find out how to get a work permit if you are a live-in caregiver.

Business people
Discover if you need a work permit and how to get one if you are a business person.

Students
Find out if you can work while you study.

5. Work in CanadaC10. IRCC Policies and ManualsCIC IMM Forms and GuidesWork Permit

Work Permit [R205(a) – C11]: Canadian Interests – Significant Benefit – Entrepreneurs/Self-Employed

As per subsection 22(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, applicants who have a dual intent to seek status as temporary workers and then eventually as permanent residents must satisfy the officer that they have the ability and willingness to leave Canada at the end of the temporary period authorized under section 183 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations. The applicant must be able to demonstrate that they will have the incentive to depart Canada when their work is complete (e.g., operation of a rib stand at a festival) or the business closes.

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