An open work permit in Canada is a valuable immigration document that allows individuals to work for any employer in Canada, without the need for a specific job offer. This type of permit is particularly beneficial for spouses or common-law partners of international students or temporary foreign workers, as well as refugees and individuals under certain humanitarian and compassionate grounds. The open work permit not only promotes family reunification but also provides an opportunity for newcomers to gain valuable Canadian work experience and contribute to the country’s diverse workforce. It offers flexibility, enabling holders to explore various employment opportunities and regions within Canada, ultimately fostering cultural diversity and economic growth in the country.
-International student who graduated from a Designated Learning Institute (DLI) and are eligible for the Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)
-Students who no longer able to meet the costs of your studies (destitute student)
-Applied for permanent residence in Canada
-A dependent family member of someone who applied for permanent residence
-Spouse or common-law partner of a skilled worker or international student
-Spouse or common-law partner of an applicant of the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program
-Refugee, refugee claimant, protected person or their family
-Temporary resident permit holder