If you are a work permit holder, a time might come where you need to renew or change the conditions on it. Your work permit has an expiry date and you can renew it, depending on the type of work you do.

Renewing a work permit as a temporary worker

If you are a temporary worker in Canada, you can renew your work permit by filing an application to change conditions or extend your stay in Canada. Make sure to apply 30days or more before your current work permit expiry date. You can apply online or through a paper application. If you got a new job in Canada, you should not start it until you have your new work permit.

Renewing a work permit as a Live-in Caregiver

You can apply for a new work permit under the Live-in Caregiver Program (LCP) at least 30 days before the expiry of your current permit. You can also change the terms of your employment if your location changes or you start working for a different employer.

Renewing an experience Canada work permit

You can renew or change your experience Canada work permit in some exceptional cases like your company has gone bankrupt, you need to change your employer or your original employment was for less time and your employer has offered you longer employment. You can renew your work permit by filing the form IMM 5710E.

Getting a bridging open work permit

If you want to seek permanent residency in Canada, you can apply for a bridging open work permit that allows you to work in Canada while your immigration application is processed. You can indicate your request for an open work permit on the application form.

Make sure that your passport is valid for the entire stay in Canada including the extended period and submit your application at least 30 days before your current work permit expires.