Temporary Work Permit: A common type of work visa for individuals who have a specific job offer from an employer and meet the required criteria.

LMIA-Based Work Permit: Requires the employer to obtain a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to demonstrate that hiring a foreign worker will not negatively impact the labor market.

International Experience Canada (IEC) Work Permit: Available for young adults from participating countries who want to work and travel for a limited period, often through reciprocal agreements.

NAFTA Work Permit: Granted to individuals from the United States, Mexico, or Canada who work in professions covered by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

Intra-Company Transfer Work Permit: Enables employees of multinational companies to transfer to their company’s branch or affiliate for a temporary assignment.

Global Talent Stream Work Permit: Facilitates the hiring of highly skilled foreign workers in designated occupations through an expedited processing stream.

Post-Graduation Work Permit: Allows international students who have completed a program at a designated educational institution to gain work experience.

Open Work Permit: Not tied to a specific job or employer, allowing the holder to work for any employer, with certain restrictions.

Caregiver Work Permit: Designed for individuals providing in-home care to children, elderly individuals, or individuals with disabilities.

Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP) Work Permit: Allows foreign workers to work temporarily in the agricultural sector to meet seasonal labor demands.