To work in Canada, you need a permit. There are many types of work permits in Canada, which fall into two general categories:
Business visits:
In this case, you can use a visitor visa/visitor record to enter Canada.
Work Permit:
This is a formal work authorization.
Work Permit can be divided into two categories: LMIA-based, which requires a Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), and LMIA-exempted, which does not require an LMIA.
An LMIA is a document issued by Employment and Social Development Canada to prove that Canadian employers may need to obtain before hiring a foreign worker. A positive LMIA will show that foreign workers are required to fill the job, which will not negatively influence the Canadian labour market. It will also indicate that no Canadian workers or permanent residents are available. There are many different categories within each of these. Some common examples are as follows:
LMIA-based:
Some applicants may be able to fulfill the Global Talent Stream requirements.
LMIA-exempted:
International Experience Canada
Various Trade Agreement
Significant benefit
Intra-company transfers
Other categories
Depending on the length of work authorization required, the type of work, and the type of company, some applicants may qualify for a 2-week fast-track approval using the Global Skills Strategy.
Given the complexity and variety of work visa applications, professional consultation is not just recommended but crucial. Plum Blossom Immigration's team of immigration consultants is here to guide you through every step, ensuring your application is handled with utmost care and precision. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us for more information.