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work permit extension

canadawp

Newbie
Jul 30, 2018
8
1
Hi,
I am currently working on my PGWP in IBM on a permanent job offer. My work permit is expiring in February 28 2019 is there any way to extend my stay in Canada . I dont know my company will give me an LMIA.
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
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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
You cannot extend the PGWP itself.

You could apply for a closed work permit if your employer is willing to obtain an approved LMIA.

If you qualify for PR, are selected, submit your application and it's accepted - you might also qualify for a bridging open work permit.
 

canadawp

Newbie
Jul 30, 2018
8
1
Ok
Can i study my wife and can be dependent on her and apply for spouse open work permit.
she is here in Canada with me.
also i want to know that i am getting 450 cutoff after February 6 and my visa is getting expired in 28 feb so i can apply for bridge work permit.
 

Margotte

Star Member
Dec 2, 2013
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Nomination.....
02-02-2021
Hi canadawp
My best suggestions would be that you talk to your company to see the possibility to get and LMIA and that way possibly being candidate to apply for PR through EE.
If that’s not an option, yes your wife can apply for a study permit and if it is approved you will be able to apply for an open work permit. I just advise to do it ASAP, before your PGWP expires.
If you’re visa will expire it isn’t a problem as long as you don’t have to leave Canada and then coming back.