Documents and eligibility gates

“PGWP requires completion of an eligible Canadian program of study.”

“Exhibitors who are citizens of the U.S. or Mexico who merely take orders for goods from the general public that will be delivered to the customer after the seller returns to their home country do not require work permits.”

“be a citizen of a Member nation of the World Trade Organization (WTO) or hold permanent resident status in Australia, New Zealand, Armenia or Switzerland”

“The temporary entry provisions of Chapter 10 of the CETA are restricted to the following 27 European Union countries”

“You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 7 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 7 in French in all 4 language areas.”

“The applicant must demonstrate that they have attained a language proficiency of level 5 in the Canadian Language Benchmarks or the Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens in either English or French, for each of the 4 language skill areas: reading, writing, speaking, listening”

“You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 5 in French in all 4 language areas”

“You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 5 in French in all 4 language areas.”

“You must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 7 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 7 in French in all 4 language areas”

“If you apply on or after November 1, 2024, you **must** provide proof of English or French language skills.”

“You completed a flight training course at a DLI training centre and now have a Canadian commercial pilot's license”

“you must have graduated in an eligible field of study”

“for graduates who apply for their study permit on or after November 1, 2024, proof that you graduated in an eligible field of study (if applicable)”

“Graduates of certain designated learning institutions are eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP).”

“In most cases, you should pay a biometrics fee **when you submit your application**.”

“**Make sure you pay both the open work permit holder fee and the work permit fee.**”

“for applications submitted on or after November 1, 2024, proof of language ability (if applicable)”

“If you want to work in an occupational setting that requires a medical exam, you also need to complete an upfront medical exam.”

“proof that you've completed your studies”

“Your proof must be from a PGWP-eligible designated learning institution (DLI) and program”

“be currently employed in an [executive, managerial](#s3.8), **or** [specialized knowledge](#s3.9) capacity by an enterprise of a [multinational corporation](#s3.3) (MNC) outside of Canada”

“be transferring for a temporary period in the **same capacity** from the foreign enterprise of an MNC to the Canadian enterprise”

“their position in the foreign enterprise must remain available for them to return to at the end of their assignment in Canada”

“Foreign service providers who are supervisory personnel working under contract for foreign events require work permits. Work permits for this purpose do not require an LMIA (C10), as long as the supervisors will be directing local hires.”

“Certain employers, including all of the following, are exempt from the compliance regime: foreign governments; international organizations recognized under the Foreign Missions and International Organizations Act; foreign missions (embassies or consular generals) in Canada where the foreign national is not accredited by Global Affairs Canada; international bridge or tunnel authorities with foreign employees working on Canadian soil”

“To be eligible for the reciprocity exemption, the foreign national must have an offer of employment that is for a residential camp”

“I certify that I will provide the foreign national with employment in the same occupation as that set out in the foreign national's offer of employment and with wages and working conditions that are substantially the same as — but not less favourable than — those set out in the offer.”

“All foreign service providers working under contract to Canadian events require work permits. Work permits for this purpose require an LMIA.”

“be offered a position by a credible Canadian academic or educational institution or agency, or a closely affiliated organization”

“be offered a residency position that is not publicly funded in Canada”

“Since November 30, 2014, foreign nationals who have job offers and LMIAs for in-home caregiving occupations (live-in and live-out) have had their work permits assessed and processed as part of the general temporary foreign worker stream.”

“the foreign national has been offered employment”

“To be eligible for the reciprocity exemption under C20, the applicant must have an offer of employment that would create or maintain reciprocal employment of Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada in other countries.”

“You have or are getting an instructor's rating and have a job offer as a flight instructor from a DLI flight training centre”

“have a job offer in a construction occupation identified as in-shortage”

“a period of 6 months has elapsed since the cessation of the unauthorized work or study or failure to comply with a condition”

“Since the expectation is that the worker should be able to perform the work sought immediately on arrival, a reasonable period would be within 4 months (i.e., qualifying after a maximum of one semester of studies).”

“you apply for your PGWP within 180 days of confirmation that you completed your program of study”

“Your test results must be **less than 2 years old** when you submit your application.”

“The work cannot form more than 50% of the total program of study”

“proof that you were enrolled in full-time studies for a program that was 8 months or longer”

“have been in continuous employment at the foreign enterprise of an MNC, in a similar position outside Canada, for at least 1 year (full-time) in the previous 3-year period from the date of initial application”

“you completed a program of study at a PGWP-eligible designated learning institution that was at least 8 months long (or 900 hours for Quebec programs)”

“operational, technical and ground personnel of foreign commercial airlines require work permits but are labour market impact assessment (LMIA)–exempt under the Canada–International Non–Trade Agreements [R204(a) – T11] of the International Mobility Program”

“station managers are LMIA-exempt and may be considered as Intra-company transferees (ICT) – [R205(a) – C62] provided they meet the guidelines of the International Mobility Program”

“in-Canada permanent resident applicants and their family members who are members of the following classes, determined eligible for permanent resident status: live-in caregiver, spouse or common-law partner, protected persons, persons filing an application on humanitarian and compassionate grounds”

“CCFTA facilitates temporary entry for citizens of Chile who are engaged in the trade of goods, the provisions of services, or the conduct of investment activities.”

“foreign airline security guards are LMIA–exempt and may be considered under Significant benefit to Canada [R205(a) – C10]”

“Officers must not process applications for new work permits made by foreign nationals under subparagraph 200(1)(c)(iii) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) (i.e., with a labour market impact assessment”

“Individuals and groups who purchase services or rent equipment from recording and film studios in Canada may be authorized to enter Canada without work permits if they meet the criteria of R187.”

“be the principal applicant on an APR under the Interim Pathway for Caregivers”

“a positive determination under paragraphs 203(1)(a) to (g) has been made”

“have obtained an offer of employment number (A#) from an employer located in Quebec for employment in Quebec”

“intend to work and reside in Quebec”

“currently reside in Quebec”

“R187(2)(c) gives the specific example of persons selling goods and services, who meet that definition as long as they are not selling to the general public.”

“Not included in R186(j) are commercial speakers who are hired by a Canadian entity to provide training services, or guest instructors of a particular sport coming to teach weekend seminars.”

“To restore your status as a student, you must - apply online for your PGWP and pay the correct fee ($255), **and** - pay the fee to restore your status as a student ($396.25)”

“Your study permit must be **valid (not expired) at the time** you submit your application to be eligible to work in Canada while awaiting a decision on your PGWP application.”

“If you don’t change your status to visitor and your study permit expires, you have **up to 90 days** after your study permit expires to apply for a PGWP and restore your status as a student.”

“you maintained full-time status as a student in Canada during each semester of your study program”

“your study permit was valid at some point during the 180 days after you completed your program of study”

“be **employed** or will be employed in a low-skilled occupation ([TEER 4 or 5](https://noc.esdc.gc.ca/Structure/Matrix)) (see [Note](#s0))”

“Applicants must have an offer of employment in a TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 occupation”

“The applicant has an offer of employment to perform work in an occupation listed in Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities (TEER) category 0 or 1 of the National Occupational Classification.”

“be employed or will be employed in a - (1) TEER occupation category 0 (management) or TEER 1 (professional) occupation, or - (2) TEER occupation category 2 or 3 in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) codes stated in Annex A;”

“an authorization letter from [AAIT](http://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/) permitting a requesting employer to hire temporary foreign workers in specified occupations for specialty work, generally for shorter periods of time. This authorization must be obtained prior to the temporary foreign worker coming to Canada;”

“a valid [_AAIT Qualification Certificate Program (QCP)_](/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/foreign-workers/assessing-temporary-foreign-worker-eligibility-work-alberta-compulsory-certification-trade-position.html) approval letter obtained prior to coming to Canada;”

“In situations where the translation cannot be provided by a certified translator, it must be accompanied by an affidavit swearing to the accuracy of the translation and the language proficiency of the translator.”

“Family members of principal applicants under the Agri-Food Pilot must provide a copy of the acknowledgement of receipt letter that the Agri-Food Pilot principal applicant received from IRCC.”

“a valid [Alberta Equivalency Document](http://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/experiencedworkers/equivalency-program/);”

“a valid Alberta Qualification Certificate;”

“All documents have been submitted.”

“The FW should be advised to submit a completed Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay, or Remain in Canada to the address below, prior to the expiry of their current work permit.”

“1 photo meeting the visa photo specifications”

“Applicants under the AFP, the caring for children class and the caring for people with high medical needs class are issued an approval in principle letter or eligibility letter upon receiving a positive eligibility assessment on their APR and must provide a copy of this letter with their open work permit application.”

“proof that they have met the APR stage corresponding to their permanent residence class and application submission, as stated in the General eligibility section”

“If the applicant took a period of leave that was authorized by their DLI at any time during their studies, they must include, with their application, documentation that proves the leave was authorized by the DLI.”

“proof that your DLI authorized the leave”

“evidence of the award received (letter from the entity providing the award that details how it meets the award criteria)”

“Applicants must obtain their biometrics within 2 weeks of the date of application.”

“You must pay the biometrics fee when you submit your application. Otherwise you may experience delays.”

“proof of business funds to run or establish the business separate from the support funds”

“a valid Canadian provincial or territorial trade certificate recognized by Alberta (**see Note**);”

“They must possess a letter from the CFM identifying them as participants in the Cultural Exchange Program, and indicating that it would be appropriate for them to work in Canada provided they meet the usual requirements of a temporary resident.”

“proof that they are a citizen of a WTO Member nation, or that they hold the right of permanent residence in Australia, New Zealand, Armenia or Switzerland”

“The worker should also present a copy of their contract with the Canadian or foreign co-producer.”

“The foreign worker must present a letter issued by the Canadian co-producer confirming that a co-production agreement has been signed and specifying what role the foreign worker will fill in the production.”

“Canadian commercial pilot’s license”

“All the questions on the application form are answered.”

“The applicant must submit a complete e-application on or after June 12, 2017, along with supporting documentation.”

“the certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program”

“the certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program or an official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school”

“confirmation that you completed your program of study”

“certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program”

“an official letter from the applicant’s DLI confirming that they have met the requirements to complete their program of study”

“evidence that the foreign national has been employed continuously outside of Canada by the foreign enterprise of an MNC for 1 year (full-time) within the 3-year period immediately preceding the initial date of application”

“a CSQ as described under Eligibility requirements”

“hold a CSQ in one of the two economic immigration programs for skilled workers or in one of Quebec’s three permanent immigration pilot programs (PP)”

“proof that the foreign national is currently employed by an enterprise of an MNC outside Canada and their employment is in an executive or managerial capacity or one involving specialized knowledge”

“The applicant must submit a notarized declaration signed by the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) in the country of origin, as well as one signed by the custodian in Canada, stating that arrangements have been made for the custodian to act in place of a parent.”

“To work in Canada after you graduate, you need a work permit. Graduates of certain designated learning institutions are eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP).”

“an education credential from the DLI”

“proof that the foreign national has the education and experience to perform the work sought in Canada”

“a degree, diploma or certificate from a credit-earning program”

“an official transcript or a copy of your transcript from your school’s website”

“If you’re required to provide proof that you graduated from an eligible field of study, you must upload it in the “Client information” section of your account.”

“proof of payment of the employer compliance fee”

“proof of payment of the employer compliance fee”

“proof of payment of the employer compliance fee”

“the receipt number for the employer compliance fee is valid or the employer has indicated a fee exemption (this information is captured separately from the work permit processing fee information in the “Fees” view tab in GCMS)”

“a copy of the confirmation of employment letter (an employer reference letter) from their employer or a job contract covering the period of time when they submitted their permanent residence application.”

“proof that the principal foreign national is enrolled in or attending a PGWP-eligible study program and DLI”

“the exchange agreement between the Canadian/permanent resident and foreign parties”

“Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: feasibility studies and marketing plans.”

“payment of the work permit processing fee, the open work permit holder fee and, if applicable, the restoration fee”

“full payment upfront to expedite processing and issuance”

“Study program requirements include both - proof of language skills - field of study requirements (if applicable)”

“you must include proof that you graduated in an eligible field of study”

“if applicable, evidence that the applicant has completed a program in an eligible field of study”

“If you're required to provide proof that you graduated from an eligible field of study, you must upload it in the "Client information" section of your account.”

“that evidence of financial resources has been provided for the applicant and any accompanying family members for the first year of the course of study”

“job offer as a flight instructor from a DLI flight training centre”

“for applications submitted on or after June 15, 2023, proof of the ability to communicate (speaking and listening) equivalent to a CLB or NCLC level 5 or higher in French”

“evidence that the applicant was enrolled in full-time studies in a program of study that was 8 months or longer, which will generally be their list of classes and marks in the form of an official transcript issued by their DLI or a transcript copy from their DLI’s website”

“proof that other requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the IRPR are met, for example, sufficient funds (housing costs, daily living expenses, etc.) to support themselves that are separate from those of the principal foreign national”

“proof that the employer is on the list of employers who are participating in the GHP”

“for cultural agreements, applicants should include a letter from the appropriate governing body”

“A copy of the IMM 0008 form for the PR application in which the principal applicant listed the name of their family members.”

“a completed Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Worker form [IMM 5710 (PDF, 442 KB)]”

“a copy of the completed IMM 5802 form is included with the work permit application”

“A foreign national may apply for a work permit by submitting the work permit application [IMM 5710 (PDF, 576 KB)] by paper or applying online if they did not apply via the "Schedule 12" form or the Portal.”

“documents demonstrating their intent to reside in Quebec”

“If they were authorized to work without a work permit under a public policy until a decision is made on their work permit application, a copy of the interim work authorization approval.”

“a letter of invitation to submit a work permit application from the Government of Quebec”

“proof of a job in a construction occupation identified as in-shortage, such as a letter of offer”

“a copy of their job offer or contract”

“The foreign national must still provide a copy of their job offer or contract with the work permit application.”

“proof that the applicant meets the job requirement”

“upload a document with your results from the language averaging tool and an explanation of why you weren’t able to complete all sections of your language test in the “client information” section of your application”

“Application forms must be in English or French.”

“for PGWP applications submitted on or after November 1, 2024 (unless exempt), evidence demonstrating that they meet the minimum language level in the CLB in English or the NCLC in French for each of the 4 language skill areas (reading, writing, listening and speaking), as per the eligibility requirements”

“proof of language skills”

“Study program requirements include both proof of language skills field of study requirements (if applicable)”

“you must provide proof of English or French language skills”

“Language test results provided as proof of language proficiency must be: from an IRCC-approved test; less than 2 years old on the date of PGWP application”

“a Letter of acceptance has been provided, unless exempted under R219(2)”

“Minor children are required to submit a letter of acceptance when applying to extend their study permit.”

“Temporary foreign workers should include in their online application a letter of explanation detailing the abuse or risk of abuse and any other supporting evidence of the abuse if applicable”

“a letter of introduction from the enterprise that specifies the unique skills and experience required for the position”

“a copy of the valid LMIA”

“You must get a medical exam within 90 days of your arrival. You will need a chest X-ray and blood test.”

“proof of a medical exam”

“Applicants must submit their medical examination documentation up front (where required by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the IRPR.”

“proof that the applicant meets the employment requirements, as specified for the occupation in the NOC”

“evidence that they hold an occupation identified in GATS Professional Occupations & Qualification Requirements”

“Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: an offer for a new contract”

“To extend an FTA work permit, the employer must submit a new offer of employment and the applicant must comply with regular work permit extension requirements.”

“an offer of employment submitted through the Employer Portal or through alternate means if authorized”

“an offer of employment number generated by the Employer Portal when the Canadian institution submits the offer”

“an offer of employment number generated by the Employer Portal when the Canadian institution submits the offer”

“an official transcript issued by their DLI”

“a valid out of-country trade certificate recognized as equivalent by Alberta ([recognized certificates](http://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/experiencedworkers/recognized-trade-certificate/));”

“supporting documentation that shows the degree of ownership of the business”

“Copy of HKSAR or BNO passport”

“a photocopy of your passport or travel document”

“a foreign national is required by regulation to hold a passport that is valid for the period authorized for their stay, unless the applicant is exempted (such as U.S. nationals).”

“Payment receipt in the Proof of Fee Exemption slot”

“copy of their PhD or proof that it will be issued shortly”

“Be physically present in Canada”

“Be physically present in Canada and have continuously resided in Canada since December 16, 2021”

“The applicants are required to provide proof of the acknowledgement of receipt letter for their permanent residence application.”

“provided with their application a copy of the nomination letter issued by the nominating province or territory that indicates their employment is unrestricted”

“Depending on your situation, you may need to pay third parties for: police certificates”

“All camp counsellor applicants are required to include a police certificate with their work permit application. The police certificate must be in English or French. Applicants are required to provide a police certificate from their current country of residence, and the police certificate should be dated no more than 6 months before the date the application is submitted.”

“Applicants must also provide a police certificate for any country where they have lived for 6 consecutive months or more since the age of 18.”

“This includes providing police certificates, if required by the migration office instructions of their region as part of the work permit application.”

“evidence of how the position offered reflects their expertise and experience and how the role that they will play on the project is suitable (for example, an undergraduate student is unlikely to lead a research project on their own)”

“Proof that PR application has been submitted and accepted into processing”

“if the applicant has submitted an application for permanent residence to IRCC under 1 of Quebec’s economic immigration streams they must provide 1 of the following documents: proof of the application submission such as an email confirmation (with an X number) an acknowledgment of receipt letter (with an E number) or an approval in principle letter”

“evidence that their principal foreign national’s authority or provisional approval to work in Canada is valid for 16 months or longer after the receipt date of the spousal’s work permit application”

“evidence that the principal foreign national is employed in a TEER category 0,1, or select 2 or 3 occupation at the time of the spousal’s work permit application submission until a decision on the application is rendered.”

“evidence that the principal foreign national is employed in a TEER category 0,1, 2 or 3 occupation at the time of the family member’s work permit application submission until a decision on the application is rendered”

“a letter from the principal foreign national’s current Canadian employer confirming employment and their occupation as well as the NOC, with a description of duties or a copy of their employment offer or contract”

“a letter from the principal foreign national’s current Canadian employer confirming employment and their occupation as well as the NOC, with a description of duties or a copy of their employment offer or contract”

“a letter from the principal foreign national’s current Canadian employer confirming employment and their occupation as well as the NOC, with a description of duties or a copy of their employment offer or contract”

“evidence that the principal foreign national is, or will be employed in, a TEER category 0 or 1, or select 2 or 3 occupation:”

“evidence that the principal foreign national is or will be employed in, in TEER category 0, 1, 2 or 3 occupation”

“if the principal foreign national’s work permit was issued based on an LMIA, evidence that the LMIA was not in the following streams: SAWP, agricultural stream, low-wage stream”

“evidence that the principal foreign national’s authority or provisional approval to work in Canada is valid for 6 months or longer after the receipt date of the family member’s work permit application”

“evidence that the principal foreign national is employed in a TEER category 4 or 5 occupation at the time of the family member’s work permit application submission until a decision on the application is rendered”

“evidence that the principal foreign national is or will be employed in, in TEER category 4 or 5 occupation”

“evidence that their principal foreign national’s authority or provisional approval to work in Canada is valid for 6 months or longer after the receipt date of the family member’s work permit application”

“where required, documentation from the professional association in Canada by the applicable provincial/territorial government indicating that the foreign national’s academic credentials and professional qualifications have been duly recognized”

“evidence that the foreign national has the professional qualifications as detailed in GATS Professional Occupations & Qualification Requirements (copies of degrees, diplomas, professional licences, accreditation or registration, etc.)”

“When you apply for your PGWP, you need one of the following to prove you’ve completed your studies: - a degree, diploma or certificate from a credit-earning program (except flight school programs) - A credit-earning program gives official credits toward a degree, diploma or certificate at a college or university. - an official letter from your school - an official transcript or a copy of your transcript from your school’s website”

“If you have to meet a field of study requirement for your study program , you must include proof that you graduated in an [eligible field of study](/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/after-graduation/eligibility/field-of-study.html) when submitting your PGWP application.”

“When you apply for your PGWP, you must prove that you were enrolled in full-time studies. You can prove this by submitting - an official transcript issued by your DLI - a copy of your official transcript from your DLI’s website”

“If you apply on or after November 1, 2024, you **must** provide proof of English or French language skills.”

“They must provide proof of their academic status in Canada (e.g., a letter from the institution confirming enrolment) and proof of their parent’s status in Canada, if applicable.”

“proof that you've completed your studies”

“for graduates who apply for their study permit on or after November 1, 2024, proof that you graduated in an eligible field of study (if applicable)”

“proof that you were enrolled in full-time studies for a program that was 8 months or longer”

“confirm that proof of identity, such as a valid passport or travel document has been provided”

“for applications submitted on or after November 1, 2024, proof of language ability (if applicable)”

“The applicant must demonstrate that they were unable to obtain a passport because of circumstances beyond their control (for example, by providing a refusal letter resulting from a passport application submission or a confirmation from the CBSA that they are unable to obtain a travel document).”

“Proof of payment has been submitted.”

“Principal applicants must provide a copy of the confirmation email stating that IRCC has received their application.”

“proof of upfront medical exam (if applicable)”

“an approved Request for Extension of the QCP-Work Experience Application Program letter that indicates AAIT’s approval for the temporary foreign worker’s extended participation in the QCP, the completion of which was delayed due to circumstances beyond the temporary foreign workers’ control.”

“proof that the enterprise of an MNC outside of Canada has a qualifying relationship with an enterprise that is doing business in Canada”

“They have submitted an official letter from the institution outlining the duration of the program of study (in hours or months) to facilitate the processing and issuance of the PGWP and to confirm the duration of the work authorization.”

“If the principal applicant has not submitted an application for permanent residence to IRCC, they must provide their letter of acceptance from Quebec with their name”

“They include one of the following in the work permit application: the credential; an official attestation of program completion; an official transcript from a Quebec school board or private institution recognized by the MEES in support of the work permit application.”

“the principal foreign national’s letter of selection signed by Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI), Quebec’s Ministry of Health and Social Services (MSSS), and Quebec’s Ministry of Higher Education (MES).”

“an official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school”

“an official letter from the school that confirms the length of the study program and the program code”

“official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school”

“a letter from the receiving Canadian institution”

“proof of their apprenticeship agreement with the employer for the work described in the job offer that is registered with the relevant provincial or territorial apprenticeship and certification authority”

“To work in a regulated profession or trade and use a reserved title, the worker must obtain a licence or a certificate of qualification from the appropriate regulatory (licensing) body.”

“proof that the applicant is the genuine spouse of a principal foreign national who is a valid study permit holder (for example, a marriage certificate or Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union [IMM 5409]), or other proof of relationship”

“Proof of relationship (for example, a marriage certificate, Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union [IMM 5409], birth certificate of a common child that shows both parents’ names)”

“proof of residency outside Quebec”

“you must pay the fees to restore your status as a student online and attach a copy of the receipt to your PGWP online application”

“a copy of their job offer, contract or letter from the applicable foreign ministry of labour”

“a copy of the valid LMIA”

“Refugee claimants may apply for a work permit by completing the Schedule 12 - Additional Information – Refugee Claimants Inside Canada (IMM 0008 - Schedule 12) (PDF, 1.92 MB) and indicating on the form that they wish to apply for a work permit.”

“an official letter from your school”

“an official letter from the school that confirms the length of the study program and the program code, and either the certificate or official document that confirms that you completed your program or an official transcript from a Quebec school board or recognized private school”

“request for consideration under this public policy by self-identifying using the electronic means made available on the department’s website (web form) or an alternate format provided by the department (telephone) if the foreign national or their representative are unable to use the web form”

“Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: a service contract extension justification from the offering enterprise”

“copy of a signed contract between the foreign service provider and the Canadian service consumer: the contract may have been signed by a foreign service provider located in any Member nation (Group 1 Occupations) or granted by Canadian company engaged in substantive business in Canada, with the foreign service provided having no commercial presence in Canada (e.g., no office, branch, or subsidiary) (Group 2 Occupations)”

“All required forms are signed.”

“supporting documentation that shows how the work of the foreign national will create or maintain significant cultural, social or economic benefit”

“how the work of the foreign national will create or maintain significant cultural, social or economic benefit, such as market expansion, significant opportunities for employment in the area, advancement of existing technology or processes in Canadian industries”

“your study permit was valid at some point during the 180 days after you completed your program of study”

“Application for Study Permit Made Outside of Canada form [IMM 1294] (overseas) or Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Student form [IMM 5709] (in Canada)”

“proof of support funds”

“an indication of the temporary nature of their stay to satisfy an officer that their stay is temporary or seasonal and that they will leave Canada and are not attempting to become de facto residents”

“an indication of the temporary nature of their stay to satisfy an officer that they will leave Canada and are not attempting to become de facto permanent residents”

“a transcript copy from their DLI’s website”

“evidence that the program or programs of study have been completed, in the form of one of the following documents: a transcript copy from their DLI’s website”

“supporting documents that are in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by an official translation of the original document, or of a certified copy of the original document in English or French.”

“A letter from the relevant union for the occupation or the guild that oversees the occupation helps demonstrate the benefit to Canada’s film industry. This letter should be included with the work permit application”

“Examples of acceptable documentation to support an extension include the following: updated business plans”

“If you want to work in an occupational setting that requires a medical exam, you also need to complete an upfront medical exam.”

“proof they hold a valid work permit”

“If they were exempt from the work permit requirement under section R186, a copy of a visitor record or other satisfactory evidence.”

“proof that the employer meets the wage requirements”

“the work contract (if it provides evidence of reciprocity)”

“proof that the work location is outside Quebec”

“an application for a work permit”

“If they were authorized to work in Canada under section R200 or R201, a copy of their work permit that covers the date of permanent residence application submission.”

“Had a work permit at some point during that period”