Most people need a work permit to work in Canada, there are two types of work permits:
• Open work permits
• Employer-Specific work permits
An open work permit lets you work for any employer in Canada, except for one that:
• is listed as ineligible on the list of employers who have failed to comply with the conditions or
• regularly offers striptease, erotic dance, escort services or erotic massages
You can only get an open work permit in specific situations
Employer-Specific Work Permit:
An employer-specific work permit lets you work in Canada according to the conditions on your work permit, such as:
• the name of the specific employer you can work for
• how long you can work
• the location where you can work (if applicable)
