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Everything about working in Canada temporarily. Learn about work permit types, open work permits, spouse work authorization, and pathways from temporary work to permanent residence.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Eligibility Requirements Verify PGWP eligibility with updated 2025-2026 requirements. All applicants need language tests (CLB 7 for degrees, CLB 5 for diplomas). Non-degree graduates must be in eligible fields: healthcare, STEM, skilled trades, agriculture, education, transport, or social services. Bachelor's, master's, and doctoral graduates exempt from field restrictions. Apply within 180 days of program completion. Use CIP codes to verify program eligibility.

Work Permit Renewal Checklist Renew your Canadian work permit with updated 2025-2026 requirements. Employer-specific permits need new LMIA and valid job offer. Spouse open work permits require spouse in eligible program (master's 16+ months, PhD, professional) or working in TEER 0/1/eligible TEER 2-3 with 16+ months remaining. Bridging open work permits for PR applicants with AOR. Apply 30-180 days before expiry to maintain implied status and continue working.

Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) Checklist Apply for Post Graduate Work Permit with updated 2025-2026 requirements. Required: valid passport, language test results (CLB 7 for bachelor's/master's/PhD, CLB 5 for college/diploma), official transcripts, program completion letter, study permits, and digital photo. Non-degree graduates must be in eligible fields. Apply within 180 days of receiving completion letter. Master's graduates receive 3-year PGWP regardless of program length.

Spouse Open Work Permit Checklist Apply for spouse open work permit in Canada with updated 2025 requirements. Eligible if spouse is in master's (16+ months), PhD, or professional program, OR works in TEER 0/1 or eligible TEER 2/3 occupation with 16+ months remaining on work permit, OR is Canadian citizen/PR sponsoring you. Required: passport, relationship proof, spouse's status documents, employment/study verification, financial documents, and medical exam if applicable.

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