Work Permit: This program is designed to fill current skill shortages while supporting economic growth in Canada.

Foreign Workers:
Individuals who seek temporary employment in Canada must have an offer of employment and HRSDC (Human Resources Skills Development) must provide a positive Labour Market Opinion. However, there are some types of work which are exempt from this process. For instance Religious work and intra-company transferees do not require a labour market opinion.

Prior to coming to Canada individuals must apply for a work permit from your country of residence. Some countries may also require you to obtain a temporary resident visa. In addition, applicants who apply under certain occupations will also need a medical examination and may be required to undergo an interview.

**Nationals or permanent residents of the US, Greenland or St. Pierre and Miquelon may apply for a work permit at a port of entry.

Please note: There are some jobs in Canada which may exempt you from acquiring a work permit. For instance foreign teams, athletes and coaches may compete in Canada without a work permit. In addition, certain Free Trade agreements may allow some business professionals to work in Canada without a work permit.

**Applicants must be admissible to Canada

Qualified Skills are assessed based on the National Occupational Classification (NOC) list which provides a standardized language for describing the work preformed by Canadians in the labour market.

Applicants; for an NOC qualification assessment, exemption criteria’s and coordination of your work permit please fill out our secure online
assessment form or contact us.

Employers Role:
Canadian Employers looking for Foreign Workers have to make a formal job offer which must be approved by (HRSDC) Service Canada for a labour market opinion. Note: If you are an employer who is hiring foreign workers in an occupation which requires prolonged and or extensive recruitment, for example;(the quantity of workers being recruited or the difficulty of the recruitment) you may be considered for pre-approval by service Canada.

Employers; requiring any assistance to obtain a Labour Market Opinion or assistance with any specialized programs for employers must use a licensed recruitment firm in the province of Manitoba as of January 1st, 2009. please refer to Manitoba Standards department.