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Temporary work permit - time before employment starts

May 10, 2019
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Hi all,

I moved to Canada in 2015 with a temporary work permit (employer-specific). I started my employment one week after moving and obtaining the permit. How should I declare that week in section 11? As 'Unemployed'? Should I add any detail?

Thanks.
 

anarsoul

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Jul 12, 2014
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Hi all,

I moved to Canada in 2015 with a temporary work permit (employer-specific). I started my employment one week after moving and obtaining the permit. How should I declare that week in section 11? As 'Unemployed'? Should I add any detail?

Thanks.
Unemployed. But it still counts towards residency requirements - you were in status as soon as you've got your work permit.