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Canadian work permits

Find out about Canadian work permits, including International Experience Canada, NAFTA, and the Temporary Foreign Worker program.

International Experience Canada

Youth from over 30 countries can live and work in Canada under the International Experience Canada work permit program.

Companies with a presence in Canada may be able to bring overseas staff to Canada through this program.

The North American Free Trade Agreement provides for various categories of temporary Canadian work permits for eligible US and Mexican citizens.

The Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) allows eligible workers and business people to work in Canada.

Provides for exemptions from the LMIA process for employers who wish to temporary workers.

Before hiring a temporary foreign worker, employers may need to prove no suitable Canadians were available, through a LMIA.

Allows employers to hire foreign workers for temporary labour and skill shortages.

A way to keep workers in Canada working while their applications for permanent residency are processed.

Canada wants international students and graduates to plan for a long-term career in the country.

Speak with a regulated immigration consultant to help plan your move.