Work in Canada
Explore Opportunities to Work in Canada
Canada attracts skilled professionals and workers from around the world. If you have the right qualifications, experience and employment opportunity, you may be eligible for a Canadian work permit or another work-related immigration pathway.
For some individuals, Canadian work experience may also play an important role in future immigration planning. We can help you understand how your current work plans may fit into your longer-term Canadian immigration goals.
Work Permit Options
Select an option below to understand different types of work authorization.
Employer-Specific Work Permit
An employer-specific work permit generally allows you to work under the conditions specified on your permit, such as employer, occupation and location.
This permit locks you to the hiring business, meaning any changes to your job role, location, or company will require an update to your work authorization status.
Open Work Permit
In eligible situations, an open work permit can allow a foreign national to work for different employers in Canada, subject to applicable conditions.
It provides flexibility and freedom to change roles and build experience across multiple businesses or sectors without repeating LMIA approvals.
LMIA-Supported Work Permit
Some Canadian employers may need a Labour Market Impact Assessment before a foreign worker can obtain an employer-specific work permit.
HM Group can provide guidance to employers and applicants regarding applicable LMIA-related processes, advertisements compliance, and submission preparations.
Who Should Consider a Work Permit?
Professionals
Skilled professionals and trades workers looking to establish temporary career paths in Canada.
Temporary Workers
International workers or eligible temporary foreign workers seeking compliant entry.
Supported Candidates
Candidates supported by qualifying Canadian employers or job-offers.
Assess Work Permit Match
Confirm which work permit program matches your employment profile.
