Canada Work Permit FAQ. Canada Work Visa Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Canadian Temporary Employment Questions (FAQ)
1. General Information
1.1 What is a temporary employment authorization (work permit) ?
1.2 How do Canadian Immigration Authorities define work ?
1.3 Who needs a valid employment authorization (work permit) to work in Canada ?
1.4 What are the different types of temporary employment authorizations (work permits) ?
1.5 Who issues temporary employment authorization (work permit) ?
1.6 Who qualifies for a temporary employment authorization (work permit) in Canada ?
1.7 What is the Information Technology Workers Program ?
1.8 Who qualifies for a temporary employment authorization (work permit) under the Information Technology Program ?
1.9 What do I do first ?
1.10 Where do I apply to my employment authorization (work permit) ?
1.11 Who is included in an application ?
1.12 How long will it take to get my employment authorization (work permit) ?
1.13 Is a selection interview required ?
1.14 Who must attend a selection interview ?
1.15 How long can an employment authorization (work permit) be issued for and how can it be extended ?
1.16 Do I require a visitor visa to enter Canada to work ?
1.17 Can I change employers on the same work permit ?
1.18 Do I require a medical exam as part of my work permit application ?
1.19 Can my spouse or common law partner and children come with me to Canada ?
1.20 Does the Canadian government charge the fees for processing a work permit ?
1.21 How can I retain your services ?