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New Zealander on IEC. Extend Visa Options??? please help

jha190

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Nov 20, 2014
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Hi there I am from NZ and here in Alberta, Canada on the IEC working holiday visa (only allowed to participate once). My company is willing to help me out (continue my position and do any required paperwork etc required on their behalf). I am wondering if I should go for a work permit, through the extending work permit process? does this mean I will get a temporary visa for the 1 year period if I am granted a work permit? I have only been in Canada 9 months, would I be able to apply for express entry/ skilled worker? I work in forestry and have a forestry degree and I have a good level of English. My wife of 2.5 years is a Canadian citizen is it better to be sponsored by her?

Thanks in advance any comments/suggestions will be greatly appreciated