An open work permit is granted to  foreign nationals. It allowing employment in Canada with any employer and at any location. However, a restricted open work permit is imposed with certain limitations, such as restrictions on the industry or occupation, yet it still permits work across various locations within Canada. All open work permits are exempted from the requirement of a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

International students who have graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) can apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP). This permit allows students to gain Canadian work experience after completing their study program. The validity of a post-graduate work permit extends up to 3 years, with the duration determined by the length of the study program completed.

If you belong to one of the following categories, you can apply directly for a work permit and may be exempt from applying for an LMIA:

– Participants in International Experience Canada programs (working holiday, young professionals, co-op students)
– Intra-company transferees
– CSQ holders in Quebec who already hold a work permit
– Spouses and common-law partners of full-time students
– Spouses and common-law partners of workers employed in NOC categories 0, A, or B
– Entrepreneurs
– Francophone mobility workers (skilled work outside of Québec)
– International Mobility Program participants
– Applicants for Bridging Open Work Permits who have already applied for permanent residence

Federal skill traders program for skilled trained person like mechanic or electrician can work in Canada under FSTP. Application submitted through the express entry system may be proceed within 6 month under federal skill trader program.