+1(514) 937-9445 or Toll-free (Canada & US) +1 (888) 947-9445
Now that CIC has changed the rules (this month), you have to wait until you have AIP before submitting an OWP.
 
nrajani_99 said:
Rita is ther link where to apply for OWP for inland sponsership, its actually the extend workpermit form

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/extend-worker.asp

also here is a dicussion on it:

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/where-to-get-an-open-work-permit-application-form-t55302.0.html


hope this helps.

There you go, Rita! That's the link I was trying to post! Thanks, nrajani!
 
I am so worried having not heard anything about AIP. Freaking out indeed. I submitted on 11th April and Application got into processing 19th April 2013. Just worried, I sent my son's birth Certificate (copy) and not sure if it has been joined with my application. I didnt do medicals upfront cos I was preg at d time. Just worried as April applicants are getting good news and I havent heard a thing. I am also wondering if I can get Alberta health with AIP and OWP. I applied for OWP and application was received and added to my file. I am in Calgary :'(
 
If you submitted your OWP application with your PR application, does it say anything on ECAS about the work permit being received?
 
soniabrowne1 said:
I am so worried having not heard anything about AIP. Freaking out indeed. I submitted on 11th April and Application got into processing 19th April 2013. Just worried, I sent my son's birth Certificate (copy) and not sure if it has been joined with my application. I didnt do medicals upfront cos I was preg at d time. Just worried as April applicants are getting good news and I havent heard a thing. I am also wondering if I can get Alberta health with AIP and OWP. I applied for OWP and application was received and added to my file. I am in Calgary :'(
Hello Soniabrowne1,

Dont worry we have few people form end of March and early April who have not heared anything.. you get news soon.. I know the feeling .. i feel the same way.. good luck!
 
JLynn1987 said:
There you go, Rita! That's the link I was trying to post! Thanks, nrajani!

thanks! Im still not sure how to go about it, since I applied out of status, and this is extending and existing status..
was hoping that online would be easier but it isn't ???
 
soniabrowne1 said:
I am so worried having not heard anything about AIP. Freaking out indeed. I submitted on 11th April and Application got into processing 19th April 2013. Just worried, I sent my son's birth Certificate (copy) and not sure if it has been joined with my application. I didnt do medicals upfront cos I was preg at d time. Just worried as April applicants are getting good news and I havent heard a thing. I am also wondering if I can get Alberta health with AIP and OWP. I applied for OWP and application was received and added to my file. I am in Calgary :'(

HI soniabrowne1, I am on the same boat as well. I submitted on March 27 and still haven't heard anything while other people from the same month (or even April) are getting their AIP. My wife's Alberta health care card is also already expired.. and now she doesnt even want to go out so she won't get sick (also because the H1N1 outbreak). But i still believe it will come... :) And yes you can get the Alberta Health Care with OWP. I am also in Calgary :)
 
How do I know if the OWP that was sent after the Application is added to the file?
Can I see it from online service or call CIC?

Thanks
 
Rita27 said:
thanks! Im still not sure how to go about it, since I applied out of status, and this is extending and existing status..
was hoping that online would be easier but it isn't ???

If I'm not mistaken, AIP gives you implied status, there for you have legal status (implied) which is why the OWP will only be processed after AIP is granted. My husband applied out of status as well. And he used the extended/existing status app as well.
 
Thank you all for the encouragement. It doesnt say anything on the website about OWP received however, I got a letter/Email from cic dated Sep 13, saying my OWP application will be processed if AIP sails through. About Alberta health, that will be a huge joy for me because I had a brain surgery the same day I had my baby on 28th May. Have a lot of appointments to follow through as per posr care(Had a tumor removed) So its been so hurting as my coverage ended 31st Dec. Now I have to cancel appointments because I cant afford it yet and my husbands work only gives limited percentage to cover. That sucks as I am so worried. Had to cancel the neurosurgeon follow up appointment of yesterday because I heard 285 dollars for consultation alone....I want my AIP NOWWWWWW...i WISH EVERYONE HERE GOOD NEWS WITH AIPS +DMS+Landing
 
aneta35 said:
OMG OMG I've check my mail box and I received a letter with my landing interview. My is on the first week of feb. I'm so excited and stressed, can't write I called my hub and he didin't pick up the phone :(( so YOU GUYS are first to know. I have to text my family.

congratulations aneta35, I feel so happy for you
 
JHWife2011 said:
If I'm not mistaken, AIP gives you implied status, there for you have legal status (implied) which is why the OWP will only be processed after AIP is granted. My husband applied out of status as well. And he used the extended/existing status app as well.

Oh ok, I will try to fill it out then ! Thanks for the links ;D
 
Stalking our mailman like a mad woman. ;D

Still no OWP today.. >:(

Let's hope it will come tomorrow on my birthday :D
 
JpEtCaro said:
Hello all waiting friends ! We have a great news at 17h58 by e-mail.... we finally got our AIP !!! Wow the feeling that we kept reading of all of you guys everyday, we finally get the feel it ourselves !! Our AOR was april 9th. We received just one e-mail an hour ago but we are still waiting for the second one about the OWP and DM.... is it going to be long after ? :) :) :) ;) :D ;D :o :o :P :P :P :P :P

awesome news!!!!!! congratulations, hopefully OWP and DM will follow soon. :D :)
 
donyh said:
Finally I'm a Permanent Resident of Canada! After all the wait and stress. It feels surreal, got a job and become a PR at the same time, I'm exhausted to be honest. From the very bottom of my heart, I wish & pray for everyone here to hear good news from CIC in coming days & weeks!

congratukations, this is worth CHAMPAGE!!!!