how easy is it to get work permit extension?

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If I complete 1yr (8month) masters program that qualifies me for 8 months of work visa right.

Now I want to ask that after this if I find a job then will my employer be easily able to extend my work permit? Will it have to be approved through hrdc? Since, nowadays unemployment is high, I imagine that hrdc would not be very kind to issue an extension of work visa. I just want to know how easy is it to get a work permit extension after 8 months masters study program. I intend to follow my studies in business related subjects like marketing or management.

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[AndreaSA]

After your Open work permit(8months) expire you need to extend it like any other person would do
It would take 6 to  7 weeks (my bf took him 8 months and he didnt even need the LMO)
It's not as easy, it takes a long time specially now.
I recommend  (specially if you need a LMO) to apply 3 months before your work permit expires, otherwise you will be a few months with out visa hence you wont get paid


Remember you need to apply to LMO first (takes at LEAST a month) . Make sure your employer listed your job in the canada job bank and has proof that tried to hired a canadian. and then you apply to work permit (6-7 weeks) Please double read everything in the form and anything they ask, the website usually don't say all the details you need. Any question just call. CIC website is missing a lot of information and details..sadly... I found that the hard way.