Do I need an LMO to extend my work permit?
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Well I'm not expecting a quick outcome to my PR application so I guess that leads to my next question. Now that it has been decided that I do need an lmo, will I be able to continue working if my current work permit expires while I am waiting for the lmo or will I have to quit?
Without knowing the details, it looks like there is no reason for them to turn down those LMOs, but there is obviously something in the application that they don't like. Duration perhaps?sharonkay said:
I know a few people who have had positive LMOs very recently, so it's not like they are turning all applications down without valid reasons.
As an aside, if the applicants already work for the same company, has the company looked into getting intra-company transfers instead? (they don't require LMO that way).
We had half a dozen people transfer like that in the last 6 months or so.
Your employer needs to advertise for the position for at least 14 days at the job bank. If no Canadian citizen or PR applied or qualified then you can can sign contract and the employer can send an application for a LMO in your favor. A month before the expiry of your WP, if the LMO has not arrived yet, send your application for the WP without the LMO. Attach a cover letter to explain that your WP is expiring and you'll forward the file number or a copy of the LMO as soon as it gets approved. You'd be on implied status and can continue working with your employer, till you get a response which could go either way.
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