How to extend stay in Canada with new 2024 rules?

[NaomiAmanda]

Hi guys,
I'm in dire need for a solution.
My application got cancelled due to incomplete document in August. I reapplied in November through a lawyer, but still haven't gotten an Invite. My points are 493 and the cut off is now 561 so clearly I won't be getting an ITA any time soon unless the points dip down.
I have a PGWP that is expiring in August 2024, and I just saw the news that they will not be extending PGWP anymore after Demcember 2023.
What are my options to extend my work permit and stay in Canada? I do not have a spouse and I don't think a bridging work permit is possible without an ITA.
Can someone please help?

 

[scylla]

Hi guys,
I'm in dire need for a solution.
My application got cancelled due to incomplete document in August. I reapplied in November through a lawyer, but still haven't gotten an Invite. My points are 493 and the cut off is now 561 so clearly I won't be getting an ITA any time soon unless the points dip down.
I have a PGWP that is expiring in August 2024, and I just saw the news that they will not be extending PGWP anymore after Demcember 2023.
What are my options to extend my work permit and stay in Canada? I do not have a spouse and I don't think a bridging work permit is possible without an ITA.
Can someone please help?

- Find an employer who is willing to give you a job offer and also obtain an approved LMIA so that you can qualify for a closed work permit.
- Get ITA, submit your application, and receive AOR before your PGWP expires so that you can apply for a BOWP.
- Apply and obtain a provincial nomination so that you can qualify for a BOWP

 

[NaomiAmanda]

- Find an employer who is willing to give you a job offer and also obtain an approved LMIA so that you can qualify for a closed work permit.
- Get ITA, submit your application, and receive AOR before your PGWP expires so that you can apply for a BOWP.
- Apply and obtain a provincial nomination so that you can qualify for a BOWP

- I am trying to get an LIMA, but it looks like a slim chance.
- Getting an ITA with the cut off being so high doesn't look likely.
- In Ontario, it's hard to get PNP. Is there any province I can get PNP within 6 months of working there?

 

[mudittchauhan]

Hi @NaomiAmanda,

I am also in the same boat as you. My PGWP going to expire in Aug 2024. Last month, on Dec 8th, I got the ITA under CEC. But not sure whether to proceed with it or decline as my old ECA (From IQAS) expired before the ITA, and a new ECA is in process (From ICAS) and it will come around Feb-March. If I decline or my application gets rejected, not sure what I will do to extend my stay.