FD Immigration Advisor
The bridging open work permit (BOWP) is a way to keep a worker in Canada working while his or her application for permanent residence is being processed.
International Experience Canada (IEC) is a program designed to allow youth the opportunity to work in Canada for temporary periods.
This pilot program allows spouses and common-law partners of Canadians or Permanent Residents to be granted an open work permit while their inland sponsorship application for permanent residence is being processed.
Many international students who complete post-secondary education in Canada wish to stay and obtain Canadian work experience.
