Work in Canada

Work in Canada

Apply to work in Canada, extend a work permit or hire a foreign worker.

Residents of Hong Kong

You may qualify for special measures to come to Canada, including

Foreign workers

Find out if you need a work permit

You may need a permit, depending on the type of work you will do in Canada

Get a work permit

Find out if you can apply and how to apply to work in Canada as a temporary worker, business person and student

Extend or change the conditions on your work permit

What to do if your work permit is about to expire or if you want to change jobs, and open work permits for permanent resident applicants

Travel and work in Canada as a youth

Find out if you can apply for the International Experience Canada Program, how to become a candidate and what to do after you’re in the pool

Work as an international student

How to work while studying and how to apply for a post-graduation work permit to stay in Canada after you graduate

Prepare to work

Find a job, explore other career opportunities, get your credentials assessed and learn about language training

Get a visitor visa to return to Canada

How and when a work permit holder should apply

Canadian employers

Hire a permanent foreign worker

Options and help for employers hiring a foreign worker who plans to settle in Canada

Hire a temporary foreign worker

How to hire a foreign worker to fill labour or skills shortages on a temporary basis

Hire a newcomer as an intern

How government organizations can hire eligible newcomers to fill temporary opportunities

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Contributors

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada

Features

Do you want to come to Canada?

How to send a complete immigration application

Find out how to hire a foreign worker for your business