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Re: QUERY about WORK PERMIT extension

c_mehrok

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Apr 12, 2014
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I am only left with 2 more valid months on my pgwp and tried three times for work permit extension on basis of lmo from my employeer but got rejected...can someone suggest me what should I do as i dont want to go back....
 

Anatalia

Hero Member
Jun 21, 2014
220
1
Category........
Visa Office......
Sydney, NS
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
20-04-2015
AOR Received.
13-07-2015
Med's Done....
08-01-2016
Passport Req..
05-04-2016
LANDED..........
10-05-2016
What do they write in the reason?
Is this because your hour wage is lower than stated in a new rules?
 

logxy

Full Member
Jun 25, 2014
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Anatalia said:
What do they write in the reason?
Is this because your hour wage is lower than stated in a new rules?
He tried 3 times. pls read OP.

Keep wasting money.
 

janey05

Full Member
Jul 14, 2014
20
2
Category........
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
@ logxy
Yes. The OP has been rejected multiple times but he/she didn't share
the reason provided by the CIC. Anatalia is merely asking for a missing information.

Although I have not been in similar situations, I wouldn't consider $450 spent on a major life choice to be a waste. I can't imagine leaving a life in a city/ country I like because I don't want to shell out $150 per application.

@ C_mehrok
I personally believe you should consult an immigration lawyer at this point. The history of rejection on your record will likely cause you problems with further application, even if it's under a different stream. If you are eligible to apply for CEC, BOWP following AOR may be a good option for you. Also, if you are not completely certain on the reasons behind your previous rejections, you should consider obtaining the CAIPS notes.

Hope this helps.
 

c_mehrok

Full Member
Apr 12, 2014
23
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The first rejection i got on lmo was because of the reason mentioned by vo that my compqny record is not that old.... and wat is mmeant by bowp n aor sorry m nt familiar with these terms
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
93,641
20,935
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
BOWP is a bridging open work permit. However you would only qualify to apply for a BOWP if you have applied for PR through a program like CEC and have received confirmation that your application has been accepted.
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
93,641
20,935
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
I think your options are the following:

1) Find a different employer who either has an open LMO or can obtain an approved LMO and apply for a new work permit before your current work permit expires.
2) Convert your work permit to a visitor visa before and remain in Canada as a visitor while you look for a new employer (you obviously won't be able to work during this time).
3) Return home.

Good luck.
 

janey05

Full Member
Jul 14, 2014
20
2
Category........
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
scylla said:
I think your options are the following:

1) Find a different employer who either has an open LMO or can obtain an approved LMO and apply for a new work permit before your current work permit expires.
2) Convert your work permit to a visitor visa before and remain in Canada as a visitor while you look for a new employer (you obviously won't be able to work during this time).
3) Return home.

Good luck.
Skylla's recommendations/ advices seem very practicable. However, I really think you should consult legal counsel prior to applying for a new work permit or a visitor's permit. The initial 30 minutes of consultation are generally affordable and the cost is quite minuscule compared to permanently moving back abroad.

Few years back, my fall back option was the working holiday visas. Have you looked into them yet? Also, as asked previously, are you able to apply under CEC? Generally 12+ months of work in Canada in a skilled occupation?