Canada offers multiple work permit options depending on your employer, family situation, and current status in Canada. Click each section below to learn who can apply, how we prepare your file, and what to expect after applying.
01Employer-Specific Work Permit
Who can apply
- Applicants with a Canadian job offer from a specific employer
- Workers supported by an LMIA, when required
- Workers applying under LMIA-exempt categories, when eligible
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm whether an LMIA is required and review employer documents
- We ensure your job offer details match eligibility and wage requirements
- We prepare a clear submission package, including purpose and compliance history
- We check all forms and supporting evidence for accuracy and consistency
What to expect
- If approved, you receive a work permit with the employer name, location, and job conditions
- You may need biometrics or medicals depending on your work type and travel history
- Changing employers usually requires a new work permit
02Open Work Permit for Family Members of Foreign Workers
Who can apply
- Spouses or partners of eligible foreign workers in Canada
- In some cases, dependent children may also qualify based on current rules
- Applicants who can prove relationship and the worker’s eligible job and status
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm eligibility based on the principal worker’s permit and job details
- We prepare relationship proofs and supporting family documents
- We organize the worker’s employment evidence such as letters and pay stubs where needed
- We submit a clean package that matches the correct category and requirements
What to expect
- If approved, the permit is usually open, meaning you can work for most employers
- Some jobs may still require a medical exam before you can start working
- Validity often aligns with the principal worker’s permit validity
03Spouses and Partners of International Students
Who can apply
- Spouse or partner of an eligible study permit holder in Canada
- Applicants who can prove relationship and the student’s enrollment status
- Eligibility depends on current IRCC rules and program type
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm whether the student’s program qualifies for spousal work permit eligibility
- We prepare relationship proof and the student’s enrollment and academic documents
- We present clear plans for family support and compliance
- We reduce refusal risk with complete, consistent documentation
What to expect
- If approved, you receive an open work permit if eligible
- Validity usually matches the student’s permit duration
- Some employers may require a medical depending on work type
04Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
Who can apply
- Graduates of eligible programs at designated learning institutions
- Applicants who meet timing requirements after receiving completion documents
- Students who maintained required status during studies, subject to IRCC rules
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm PGWP eligibility and program completion details
- We organize transcripts, completion letters, and study history documentation
- We check submission timelines to avoid missing deadlines
- We ensure the application aligns with your future PR pathway strategy
What to expect
- If approved, your PGWP validity depends on program length and eligibility rules
- PGWP is generally an open work permit, allowing work for most employers
- Canadian work experience gained can support PR pathways like CEC and PNP
05Francophone Mobility Work Permit
Who can apply
- French-speaking workers with a job offer outside Quebec
- Applicants who can show French ability and meet program requirements
- Employers willing to support the required compliance steps
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm the correct LMIA-exempt category and job requirements
- We guide evidence of French ability and document organization
- We prepare employer compliance documents and submission support
- We align the work permit with future PR planning when applicable
What to expect
- Francophone Mobility is LMIA-exempt, but employer compliance requirements still apply
- Work permit is usually employer-specific, not fully open
- French skills can also support Express Entry category-based options
06Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and LMIA
Who can apply
- Foreign workers with an employer willing to apply for an LMIA when required
- Applicants whose job offer meets wage and labour market requirements
- Workers applying under high wage or low wage streams as applicable
How R-Way prepares your application
- We review job offer, wage level, and employer readiness
- We coordinate required documents and ensure consistency between LMIA and work permit
- We strengthen the worker’s submission with clear purpose and compliance history
- We prepare a clean, well-organized package to reduce delays
What to expect
- LMIA processing is separate and can take time before the work permit step
- If approved, the work permit is employer-specific with conditions
- Employers may be subject to compliance inspections and documentation rules
07International Experience Canada (IEC)
Who can apply
- Citizens of countries with IEC agreements with Canada
- Applicants meeting age and eligibility criteria for their country
- Working Holiday, Young Professionals, or International Co-op categories depending on eligibility
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm category eligibility and prepare profile and pool steps correctly
- We organize required documents, police certificates, and timelines
- We guide submission after invitation to avoid refusal due to missing items
What to expect
- IEC often uses pool draws and invitations based on quotas
- If approved, you receive a Port of Entry letter before travelling
- Work permits may be open or employer-specific depending on category
08Vulnerable Open Work Permit
Who can apply
- Workers in Canada who are experiencing abuse or risk of abuse in the workplace
- Applicants who need a safer option to leave an employer-specific situation
How R-Way prepares your application
- We assess eligibility and explain evidence options sensitively
- We help organize supporting documents and statements in a professional way
- We focus on privacy, safety, and a clear submission plan
What to expect
- If approved, you may receive an open work permit to change employers
- These cases are sensitive, accuracy and documentation are important
09Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)
Who can apply
- Applicants in Canada with an eligible permanent residence application in process
- Workers with valid status whose work permits are expiring soon
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm eligibility based on PR program and application stage
- We ensure correct proof of PR submission and current status documents
- We file on time to support legal status while waiting
What to expect
- If approved, you receive an open work permit while PR is processed
- Validity depends on IRCC issuance and your application timeline
10Co-op Work Permit for Interns
Who can apply
- Students in Canada whose program requires a work placement
- Applicants who have a co-op letter from their institution
- Students who remain compliant with study permit conditions
How R-Way prepares your application
- We confirm program requirements and placement eligibility
- We prepare the co-op letter and supporting school documents correctly
- We ensure timelines match your program and permit expiry dates
What to expect
- A co-op work permit is usually placement-specific
- It is separate from off-campus work authorization on a study permit
Information is general; specific eligibility and requirements depend on current IRCC rules and the circumstances of the application. No immigration outcome can be guaranteed.