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immonger

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Oct 17, 2018
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Toronto, ON
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CEC
Hi,

My future employer recently obtained a positive LMIA so that I may be able to apply for a Work Permit in Canada. I understand that this would make me a Temporary Foreign Worker that may be working in Canada for a minimum of 2 years (as per the LMIA).

Regarding the visa types for my wife and child:

During the online application, I have a few options to select for the reason why my spouse and child are coming to Canada. My wife has no plans of working since my child is 2 years old right now so she will be taking care of the child. We are all applying for the Temporary Residence Visa.
  1. Would it be better to apply for an Open Work Permit for my wife and a Study Permit for my child?
  2. If I get the Work Permit for a minimum of 2 years, will the duration of the visa be the same for my wife and child?