Aspiring to work in Canada opens up a world of opportunities, and employer sponsorship is a key pathway to obtaining work permits. This blog sheds light on the different categories of employer-sponsored work permits in Canada, the process involved, and the rights and duties of sponsored employees.
International Mobility Programme
The International Mobility Programme encompasses work permits exempt from the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) requirement, making it easier for employers to hire foreign nationals. This programme includes intra-company transferees, significant benefit categories, and reciprocal employment situations, among others.
Intra-Company Transferees
Global companies can transfer executives, senior managers, and specialized knowledge workers to Canada. The transferee must have been continuously employed with the foreign company for at least one year in the past three years and hold a similar position in Canada. The work permit can be requested for up to three years, with extensions available.
Reciprocal Employment
Global companies offering Canadian employees work opportunities abroad can apply for reciprocal Canadian work permits for foreign nationals. The company must establish reciprocity, and there is no specific maximum duration for these work permits.
Significant Benefit
Reserved for exceptional circumstances, this discretionary category exempts employers from the LMIA requirement. Employers must prove that hiring a foreign national will create a clear social, cultural, or economic benefit for Canada.
Temporary Foreign Worker Programme
Under this programme, Canadian companies seeking work permits for new hires must obtain an LMIA through ESDC. The global talent stream, introduced to secure top talent, expedites the processing of LMIA applications for certain IT-related positions.
Labour Market Regulation
Canada has a robust employer compliance regime to protect foreign workers from abuse. Employers sponsoring work permits may face random compliance reviews or inspections. Non-compliance can result in penalties, bans, or public listing of non-compliant employers.
Rights and Duties of Sponsored Employees:
Work Permit Conditions:
Sponsored employees must comply with the conditions specified on their work permits, including the duration of authorized stay and working only for the named employer in the specified occupation.
Changing Employment
Foreign nationals with employer-specific work permits can apply to change conditions through the inland processing center. A temporary public policy facilitates expedited processing for work permit switches.
Duration of Stay
Different work permit categories have varying limits on the maximum duration of stay. Work permit holders can pursue permanent residence opportunities after gaining work experience in Canada.
Employer sponsorship offers promising opportunities for foreign nationals to work in Canada. Understanding the various work permit categories, rights, and duties is essential to ensure a smooth and successful employment journey in the country. At Yanique Russell Law, we can guide you through the complexities of the process and help you achieve your career goals in Canada.
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