Work Permits

Overview

Canadian work permits can take different forms depending on your situation, including open work permits, employer-specific work permits, and work permits linked to a specific immigration pathway. For many applicants, the process is not just about completing forms. It is about understanding which category applies, gathering the right supporting documents, and making sure the application is presented clearly and consistently. LM Law & CPA LLP helps workers, graduates, spouses, and employers approach this process with confidence. We review the facts carefully, explain what matters most, and help clients prepare applications that are easier to understand and easier to manage. That can include first-time work permit applications, extensions, changes of conditions, or reapplications after a refusal. Many work permit issues become more complicated when timing is tight, documents are missing, or the applicant is unsure how to present their situation clearly. We help reduce that confusion by focusing on the key details, organizing the supporting material, and guiding clients through each stage in a practical way. Whether the goal is to start working in Canada or continue working without interruption, we aim to make the path more straightforward and less stressful.  

Who This Service Is For

This service is for foreign workers with a Canadian job offer, international graduates who may qualify for a post-graduation work permit, spouses or partners who may be eligible for an open work permit, and employers who want to hire foreign talent. It is also useful for clients who need help understanding whether their application requires an LMIA, whether they qualify for an LMIA exemption, or whether they can apply from inside Canada. Some applicants already know the work they want to do but need help preparing the file properly. Others are still comparing options, reviewing timelines, or dealing with status questions and want guidance before they file. In either case, the process becomes easier when the application strategy is clear from the start.  

What We Help With

We help clients with open work permits, employer-specific work permits, post-graduation work permits, LMIA-related work permit support, extensions, changes of conditions, restoration or status questions, and refusal review. We also help workers and employers understand what information should be included in the file and what can create confusion if it is missing or inconsistent. A work permit application is often stronger when the supporting documents work together as one clear story. That means the job offer, immigration category, work history, education, and timing should all make sense together. When needed, we also help clients prepare for follow-up questions or concerns that may arise after the initial application. If an application has already been refused or if the facts have changed, we help review the next step and build a more practical path forward.