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What is a work Permit?

Work permit is a document issued by the Canadian Government which permits a foreign individual to work at a job under an employer. Any individual who is not a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada require a valid Work Permit to work in Canada.

Foreign nationals who wish to work temporarily in Canada are part of the Worker Class of Temporary Residents and are generally requires to have a genuine job offer to obtain a work permit unless exempted.