2. Get a Canadian Work Permit
While not all jobs in Canada require a work permit or study permit, most of them do. This can be applied for by following these three steps:
Step 1: Choose your work permit
To get a work permit in Canada, you need to look at your field of work, which will determine the type of employment you need to apply for. There are two work visas to choose from, which includes:
- Open work permit – A permit that allows you to work for any Canadian employer.
- Employer-specific work permit – A permit that allows you to work according to specifications detailed in your work permit. This includes your employer’s name, location of employment and the length of the work permit.
If you have or are immigrating through the Express Entry System, an open work permit is best for you because it allows you to work anywhere in Canada. If you have applied through a Provincial Nominee Program, the employer-specific work permit will be the most suitable for you, as it will allow you to only work for a specific Canadian company.
A work permit can allow you to work in Canada while you are waiting for your permanent residency application to be processed for either an Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Program because both offer permanent residency.
Step 2: Check if you are eligible
To be eligible for a work permit in Canada, you must meet the following requirements:
- Have proof that you will leave Canada once your work permit expires
- Have a clear criminal record
- Get a health assessment and show that you are in good health
- Show proof of funds to prove that you can support yourself and your family members for the entire duration of your stay in Canada, as well as when you return home
Step 3: Apply for your Canada work permit
You can apply for your Canadian work permit online. This will help you avoid any courier costs, reduce your application’s processing time and prevent you from submitting an incomplete application, as you will be required to submit your online profile with supporting documents.
With the help of a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC), you can also reduce the processing time of your application, which is usually between 2 to 33 weeks.
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3. Choose the Best Recruitment Platforms
The best and most reputable Canadian job listing websites include:
- Canada Jobs
- Monster
- Workopolis
- Indeed
- Canada’s Job Bank
