For PNP applicants - questions about layoffs & notifying province

[Yothisjatt]

If you got portal 1 then you've crossed the finish line. They generally can't cancel your application now, even if you've lost your job. I'm pretty sure you'll get eCOPR soon and anything SINP sends you won't matter because you'll be a permanent resident.

Yes, i got copr, thank you so much ,hope this will help someone

 

[moscatojuices]

Yes, i got copr, thank you so much ,hope this will help someone

Congrats.

 

[stardust840]

Hi there,

Thank you for the information above. I'm in a similar situation but my lay off will be temporary with a return date. We must communicate PNP (my case is BC PNP) of any employment changes as soon as they happen. If I eventually get laid off and communicate BC PNP will they ask me to find a new employer even though I have a return date? What are your thoughts?

I'm currently waiting for AOR.

 

[scylla]

Hi there,

Thank you for the information above. I'm in a similar situation but my lay off will be temporary with a return date. We must communicate PNP (my case is BC PNP) of any employment changes as soon as they happen. If I eventually get laid off and communicate BC PNP will they ask me to find a new employer even though I have a return date? What are your thoughts?

I'm currently waiting for AOR.

How long will the temporary lay off be?

 

[stardust840]

How long will the temporary lay off be?

Not even 2 months. End of September to mid November.

 

[canuck78]

Not even 2 months. End of September to mid November.

Hard to say it may depend on the reason for the layoff and the likelihood of actually being rehired.

 

[stardust840]

Hard to say it may depend on the reason for the layoff and the likelihood of actually being rehired.

Yeah, it’s a complicated situation. Thank you for your feedback.

The reason for lay off is shortage of work (construction company) and the return date is confirmed with the scheduled jobs booked and construction permits.

 

[sandeep.kumar]

Hi everyone,

Lots of layoffs in the tech industry happening right now, and it's inevitable that some of us will get impacted. This is particularly concerning for people who have restrictions in their nomination certificate and must notify the province. So I've got a couple of questions/scenarios.

1) Let's say you get laid off today, and your employer gives you a 30-day termination notice which you decide to serve out. Do you notify the province that you've been laid off today, or in 30 days when your position is officially terminated? This is important to know, so that people in this position can negotiate longer termination periods if possible.

2) I know that provinces will give you 30-60 days to find new work in the event you lose your job.

• What happens if you don't find a new job in time? Is it "game over"?
• What happens if you find a new opportunity in ANOTHER province. What implications does that have for your federal PR application, bearing in mind this contained a signed Schedule 4 form committing to reside in that province? Will it mean your current province rescinds your nomination certificate?

3) Do provinces treat your job loss differently depending on where your PR application is it. For example, it's my understanding a province would tell IRCC to put your application on hold if you lose your job.

• But what if you're close to the end of your processing, for example 315 days later when you have PAL, MP, eligibility, paid RPRF etc. but haven't received a decision?
• What about if you lost your job during portal 1, portal 2, PPR but haven't received COPR?

4) At what stage does IRCC resume the processing of your PR application if you do find a new job?

• Is it when you notify the province you found a new job, and your employer submits their supporting documents?
• Is it when the province issues a new nomination certificate?
• Is it when you start your new job and/or receive an updated temporary work permit?

I've tried to find the answers everywhere to these questions, but it looks like this is all stuff that's "in the cracks" no-one knows about, and IRCC/provinces seem to be intentionally value about it.

Any input would be appreciated from VIP members or people who have been in these situations.

I am currently facing the same situation. My employer recently laid me off without prior notice. I am a SINP nominee and have applied for Permanent Residency under the non-Express Entry stream, for which I have received an Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR) and completed biometrics.

The SINP initially provided me with 45 days to secure a new employer. Unfortunately, due to the current job market conditions in the IT sector, I was unable to find a position during this period. As a result, I requested and was granted two additional 45-day extensions.

My Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) has expired, and I had been working with my previous employer on an open work permit. Before my layoff, I applied for a work permit exempt from LMIA requirements, based on my SINP nomination and work permit extension letter. However, this closed work permit application has made it more difficult to secure a new position, as many employers are hesitant to hire candidates under these conditions.

Any guidance or support on navigating this situation would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your time and understanding.