Migrant workers in Canada on employer-specific work permits who are experiencing abuse, or who are at risk of abuse, in the context of their employment in Canada may be eligible to receive an open work permit that is exempt from the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process.
Work permits for vulnerable workers
Effective January 29, 2020, these workers cannot apply for this open work permit at the port of entry. They can apply directly to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for an open work permit for vulnerable workers by filling out an application online; include in their online application supporting evidence of the abuse if applicable; and have to be in Canada to be eligible for an open work permit for vulnerable workers.
Also, they may use the following ways of communicating with IRCC to seek information on obtaining an open work permit:
• contacting the Client Support Centre (CSC) to seek more information
• presenting themselves directly at an IRCC office to seek information on how to apply
• contacting relevant support organizations, such as settlement service providers or enforcement agencies, to seek assistance
Additional information has been added about passport validity, termination of employment, interviews and fee exemption for family members of vulnerable workers.
For more information about ‘Open work permits for vulnerable workers’ - Call/Text/Email +1 416 904 3815 / info@onecanadavisa.com.
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