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The Temporary Foreign Worker Program

The temporary foreign worker program is an umbrella program which includes all work permits an individual could apply for. There are many types of work permits within the temporary foreign worker program. In this article, you will learn about different types of work permit that the temporary foreign worker program includes.

Live in Caregiver Work Permit

If you have a job offer to work as a live-in caregiver, and the job offer and the employer meet all the requirements of hiring a live-in caregiver, then you may be eligible to apply for a live-in caregiver work permit. To apply for a live-in caregiver work permit, you must have a job offer from a Canadian employer which is supported by a positive LMIA. To apply for a live-in caregiver work permit successfully, you must submit the following with your application:

What is the Significant Benefit Work Permit

The Significant Worker Benefit Program is a special type of work permit that is given if you show how you will socially, culturally, or economically benefit Canada.

There is certain documentation you must show to the officer at a port of entry. This includes:

• Your passport

What Documents Do I Need To Work In Canada?

• A letter from employer with job offer
• Need proof that you will leave Canada once your work permit expires
• Prove that you have enough finances to support yourself and family members during stay and to return home
• A legal passport or proof of legal status in the country you are migrating from
• Medical report to prove that you are in good health
• Will need to provide a background check to prove that you have no criminal records and that you will not be a danger to Canada’s security
• You may need a police clearance certificate

Above are just some of the documents you will need to provide for a work permit application. If you are looking at filing a work permit application, contact us today! At Akrami & Associates, we specialize in work permit application. Let is help you move forward!