PGWP IS GOING TO EXPIRE IN 3 WEEKS

[mykitats]

Hi all,

Now I know I should have come here long before. Hope there is a solution for me.
My case is as following:
I had applied for the extension of the 3yrs PGWP last month and got rejected last week since I don't have a LMO in my application. I have checked with my manager, and he does not want to apply the LMO.
Anyway, moving forward. As I have also applied for PR back on DEC2011, with only less than 3 weeks left, I would like to know what options I can have right now.
With the fact that I would like to stay in Canada, I believe my last choice is to change my status to be a visitor to Canada.
But before that, I wonder if there is anything that I can do within this three weeks, so that I can apply for a work permit and continues to work in Canada? Also, I am interested in starting up my business in Canada too. Is this an option for me?
Can anyone help me on this?
Thanks in advance.

 

[scylla]

If you want to work, then you need to find an employer who is willing to apply for an LMO. Otherwise your only option is to either switch to a visitor visa or return home.

 

[mykitats]

If you want to work, then you need to find an employer who is willing to apply for an LMO. Otherwise your only option is to either switch to a visitor visa or return home.

Thanks scylla. So, I guess I need to change to be a visitor then.
Do you know, if I find a LMO job afterward (after 90 days), can I still apply it like applying a brand new work permit?

 

[PMM]

Hi

Thanks scylla. So, I guess I need to change to be a visitor then.
Do you know, if I find a LMO job afterward (after 90 days), can I still apply it like applying a brand new work permit?

Nope, because you would be a visitor, and visitors can't apply for work permits in Canada. You would have to apply outside Canada.

 

[mykitats]

Hi


Nope, because you would be a visitor, and visitors can't apply for work permits in Canada. You would have to apply outside Canada.

I see. Thanks PMM.