No objection letter

[kimi_ballack]

I have closed work permit valid till 2017. But my employer doesn't have work for me.
If I get no objection letter from my employer can I apply for open work permit

 

[scylla]

I have closed work permit valid till 2017. But my employer doesn't have work for me.
If I get no objection letter from my employer can I apply for open work permit

No - you can't. It's not up to your employer to decide if you qualify for an open work permit.

To qualify for an open work permit, you need to meet one of the criteria listed on the link below:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?q=177&t=17

If you don't meet any of these criteria, then you need a new LMIA and a new closed work permit before you can start working for a new employer.