TEMPORARY WORK
Work in Canada
Work-permit and employer requirements vary; use the current official route for your circumstances.
Important information boundary
This page provides general information only and is not legal or immigration advice. Programs, requirements and procedures can change. Verify information with the applicable government authority or consult an authorized immigration professional.
What this means
Some people need an employer-specific work permit, some may qualify for an open work permit, and some work is exempt from a permit. The employer, occupation, location and immigration status can all matter. A job offer should always be verified independently.
Step-by-step
- Determine whether the work requires a permit
- Confirm whether the proposed permit is employer-specific or open
- Verify the employer and the real terms of the job
- Review whether an LMIA or an exemption is involved
- Read and follow every condition printed on the permit
- Learn Ontario wage, hours, safety and discrimination protections
What to prepare privately
Keep sensitive records secure. This website does not need passports, SINs, banking credentials, immigration portal passwords or complete case files for an initial inquiry.
- Written job details
- Employer contact information
- Education and experience records
- Current status and expiry dates
- Questions about permit conditions
Use this page to
- Determine whether a work permit is required
- Verify the employer and job offer
- Use official information for LMIA-related questions
Before you continue
Can I rely on this guide?
Use it to understand the process, organize questions and choose the next step. It does not make a government decision or replace advice for an individual case.
What changes most often?
Eligibility rules, forms, fees, processing information, program availability, service hours and contact details can change. The review dates below show when our sources were checked.
When should I get help?
Use a verified settlement or community service for navigation. Seek an authorized professional when legal interpretation, strategy, a refusal, a hearing or an important deadline is involved.
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Official sources checked
The guide above is written to answer the practical question on DurhamImmigration.com. These links are supporting evidence and the final place to confirm details that can change. Last reviewed: August 30, 2026.