Your comprehensive resource for understanding and preparing for Canadian work permit interviews
Getting your work permit document checklist right is the difference between a smooth approval and months of delays. After reviewing thousands of work permit applications, we've seen brilliant candidates get rejected not because they weren't qualified, but because they missed critical documentation requirements or submitted documents that didn't meet IRCC standards. This comprehensive work permit…
When applying for a Canadian work permit, biometric data collection isn't just another bureaucratic step—it's a security cornerstone that can make or break your application timeline. Understanding exactly when, where, and how to provide your biometrics can save you weeks of delays and unnecessary stress. What this means for you: Missing biometrics requirements or scheduling…
Your comprehensive guide to understanding every cost involved in your Canadian work permit application
When critical infrastructure fails or emergencies strike, Canada's immigration system has specific pathways to bring in specialized repair technicians quickly. This isn't your typical work permit process—emergency repair authorizations operate under different rules, timelines, and requirements. What this means for you: If you're a specialized technician, engineer, or emergency response professional, understanding these pathways could…
Last Updated: June 2025 | Expert Review: AVID Media Immigration Team
Whether you're a professional athlete signing with a Canadian team, a coach bringing expertise to Canadian sports, or a support staff member in the athletics industry, securing your work permit requires understanding the unique pathways available to sports professionals. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about work permits for athletes and…
Your complete guide to securing work authorization for artists, musicians, dancers, and entertainment professionals
Last updated: June 2025 | Expert insights from AVID’s caregiver immigration specialists
Last updated: June 2025
Understanding the distinction between business visitor status and work permit requirements is one of the most critical decisions in Canadian business immigration. Get it wrong, and you could face entry refusal, deportation, or future inadmissibility. Get it right, and you'll navigate the border with confidence while maintaining full compliance with Canadian immigration law. This guide…
If your work permit has expired and you’re still in Canada, you’re not alone—and you’re not without options. Work permit restoration is a critical legal process that can restore your status and protect your future in Canada, but timing and preparation are everything.
At AVID, we’ve guided hundreds of clients through successful work permit restoration…