Temporary Work permit for visitor visa

[dsahota11]

Hello everyone,
I am just curious about something. I did some research but could not find anything so finally asking it here.

My father is currently on a visitor visa valid for six months. I was talking to someone and they mentioned that there is something available currently, through which he can get a temporary work permit (Sorry even the person did not has enough details). I know one way is through LMIA and you can apply for work permit. I was just wondering if it can be some pilot program or is it just wrong information?

Thanks for all your help in advance

Regards
Dalveer

 

[scylla]

Hello everyone,
I am just curious about something. I did some research but could not find anything so finally asking it here.

My father is currently on a visitor visa valid for six months. I was talking to someone and they mentioned that there is something available currently, through which he can get a temporary work permit (Sorry even the person did not has enough details). I know one way is through LMIA and you can apply for work permit. I was just wondering if it can be some pilot program or is it just wrong information?

Thanks for all your help in advance

Regards
Dalveer

Your father needs an approved LMIA to apply for a work permit.

Individuals who hold temporary resident PERMITS that are six months or longer can apply for a work permit without an approved LMIA. However your father holds a TRV - not a TRP. A TRP is a special class of work permit for those who are inadmissible to Canada (typically due to a crime).