Hey,
You can apply for an open work permit ( make sure you apply for a bridging work permit)..I consulted a lawyer and she based herself off the fact that since I had my AOR, I was considered as someone who wanted to apply for permanent residence.. She explained to me that permanent residents can move ANYWHERE they want, and they're not restricted to any province.
So I trusted her. I tried going to the border to up my chances and they refused to give it to me as they're not allowed to issue those types of permit at the border! It was frustrating, but it was the law and there's nothing I couldn't do. So I trusted the lawyer, prayed to my ancestors and sent the application for an open work permit (bridging work permit). I didn't include any letter from my employer, I just included my AOR.
Low and behold, my Open Work Permit was approved. I've tried to explain it to people in many different immigration forums, but no one believed me. You can get the open work permit the minute you have an AOR for your permanent residence application, as you've fulfilled the condition to be considered as a permanent resident. You can only get a CLOSED work permit if you DON'T have an AOR BUT you have your QSW (CSQ) as you're still under the responsibility of the province that you applied for.
Makes sense?
Here's the name of the lawyer I consulted! Saved my life, save my plans:
https://www.facebook.com/Me-Angela-Potvin-176737605847607/
I hope this helps! Please give it a chance