Canada announces new open work permit for spousal and family class applicants

Canada announced new measures to reuniting families in Canada,  The Honourable Immigration Minister Mr. Sean Fraser, announced on May 26, 2023, New measures will strengthen & nourish the family reunification process, especially temporary resident visa (TRV)  categories such as the student spouse sponsor category, Open work permit, etc.

Here is the list of  new measures:

1. Faster processing time  (30 days) for temporary resident-spouse sponsor category including Student spouse visa.
2. Dedicated & intelligent processing tools for spousal TRV applicants
3. New open work permit program for spousal and family class applicants
4. Open work permit extensions expiring between August 1 and the end of 2023

These new measures aim to reunite families and support their integration into Canadian society and also address labour shortages in Canada.

Canada believes relocating to a new country is a major transition, So, Canada is working to help families reunite more quickly and easily, and support themselves once in Canada

Labor shortages have been a concern for many countries, including Canada, during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.  So Canada has implemented various strategies to tackle labor shortages and support its economy. And this measure is part of the strategies. 

Do you know that  “Canada issued more than 1,075,000 work permits and work permit extensions in 2022?”

Now you can apply for a student Spouse Open Work Permit" which allowed the spouses or common-law partners of international students to obtain an open work permit while their partner pursued their studies in Canada. This open work permit allowed them to work for any employer in Canada, without needing a job offer or a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

To know more consult with our Canadian Visa consultants on 750 383 2132.

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