work permit

[robinmaesen]

Hello,
I am a truck driver for 19 years, 44 years old. Living in the Netherlands.I sold my house now. I have a job offer in New Brunswick. Can I apply for a work permit. Do I have to do that in Berlin or can I also apply in Canada.
Thank you, Robin

[Leon]

If you are a Netherlands citizen or other visa exempt citizen, you can apply for a work permit as you enter Canada as long as you have the labour market opinion from your employer.  Be aware that a truck driver is not a skilled job so after 2 years in Canada, you will have to leave for 4 months before you can apply for a new permit.  It is better to get a job in Alberta or BC where truck drivers are covered under the provincial nominee programs and you would be able to apply for residency.

[robinmaesen]

Hallo Leon,
How about a business visum then?
I just sold my house so I have some money.
Robin

[Leon]

For an investor visa, you need business experience and a business plan.  The federal program requires $400,000 investment but some provinces nominee programs will let you invest as little as 150,000 or 200.  I think NB doesn't even have a minimum investment as long as they approve your plan.

[BCguy]

Yes,They have the lowest requirement