What are the immigration requirements for foreign workers?
To work in Canada, most temporary foreign workers need valid employment authorizations. Workers can obtain more information on how to apply at their nearest Canadian embassy or consulate overseas or local immigration centre in Canada. Foreign workers are required to pay a fee to help cover the cost of processing their application for an employment authorization. The fee is not refundable. If an employment authorization is issued, it will be valid only for the specified job and time period. Depending on the intended occupation and the length of employment in Canada, a medical examination may be required. How do I know if someone is permitted to work in Canada? People who are neither Canadian citizens nor permanent residents of Canada require written permission from Citizenship and Immigration Canada before they begin working or continue working in Canada. This written permission is called an employment authorization. Employers should always ask for a landing document or evidence of Cana
