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IRCC Introduces Open Work Permits
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IRCC Introduces Open Work Permits for Start-up Visa Applicants

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025Work in Canadaby

Canada’s Start-up Visa (SUV) program is evolving to better support entrepreneurs. As of October 3, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will allow eligible SUV applicants to obtain open work permits while their permanent residence applications are being processed. This change removes the previous requirement for employer-specific work permits, providing greater flexibility for entrepreneurs...

Open Work Permits for Hong Kong Residents
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New IRCC Policy: Open Work Permits for Hong Kong Residents Explained

July 4, 2024July 4, 2024Immigrate to Canadaby

On July 2, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a groundbreaking public policy aimed at enhancing opportunities for Hong Kong nationals seeking permanent residence in Canada. This new policy allows eligible applicants and their families to apply for open work permits, exempting them from the usual requirement under paragraph R200(1)(c). This move signifies...