It is now easier to get a Bridging Open Work Permit in Canada Immigration applicants no longer need to wait until 4 months before their work permit expires to apply for a BOWP. They may be eligible for a BOWP even if their work permit expired. Canada recently announced changes to the Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) program that will make it more accessible. By Shelby Thevenot
Work in Canada: How to Get a Work Permit Canada has over 100 different work permit pathways. Discover your options. Each year, Canada issues hundreds of thousands of work permits to talent from all over the world. By Daniel Levy
Graphic designers now among film and TV workers who can get expedited work permits A new public policy allows graphic designers working on film and TV production in Canada to skip the lengthy and expensive LMIA process. If you are a graphic designer working on a live-action film or TV show, coming to Canada just became easier. By Michael Schwartz
Quebec skilled workers now eligible for Bridging Open Work Permit Quebec skilled worker applicants in Canada can now obtain a BOWP for an initial duration of 24 months. As of August 31, 2021, temporary foreign workers who reside in Quebec and have been selected by Quebec as skilled workers, are eligible, under certain conditions, to apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP). By Kareem El-Assal
Visitors in Canada continue to have access to work permits IRCC announced the extension of a temporary policy introduced a year ago to help employers find workers and allow temporary residents to enter the workforce. Canada announced that it is extending until February 28, 2022, a coronavirus-related measure allowing visitors to obtain work permits. By Alexandra Miekus
What visas you need to come to Canada for conferences and conventions The documents you need as an attendee, presenter, and what to do if you have a criminal history. Event organizers are already planning to hold conferences and conventions in-person in 2022, pending the ongoing pandemic. Some have already gone back to in-person programming for the fall. By Michael Schwartz
What you need to know about coming to Canada as a performing artist Depending on the work you’re doing in Canada, you may not need a work permit to perform. Typically, Canada requires foreign nationals who want to work in Canada to have work permits. However, Canada also has several exceptions to this rule. By Michael Schwartz
Canada to make major changes to temporary foreign worker regulations Stricter rules for employers and more protections for employees could be forthcoming. The Canadian government is proposing major changes to rules for temporary foreign workers, according to a recent article in the Canada Gazette. By Michael Schwartz
Certified translation for immigration to Canada: What you need to know Are you applying to immigrate to Canada and have supporting documents that are not in English or French? If so, you will most likely need to provide certified translations. When applying for immigration or permanent residence, you may be asked to provide certified translations of your official documents into English or French – Canada’s two official languages. By Alexandra Miekus