Hey, thanks for the reply. The permit is expiring on the 11th of Feb, so it is still valid for a couple of weeks. Don't think it is C or D. A might apply to closed work permit holders changing their jobs. My best guess is it will be B.
PGWP extension
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Can you share the draft of the letter which needs to submit with the application if you submit the application,please?
Posting below for what I have written so far. It is specific to my case so not really a standard format. Please share if you find a standard format that is absoluetely required by IRCC for this letter.
LETTER OF EXPLANATION
<FULL NAME>
<ADDRESS>
To:
The Visa officer,
IRCC Canada
Subject: Application for an Open Work Permit under the Public Policy Facilitating the Issuance of an Open Work Permit to Former or Current Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Holders
Respected Sir/Ma’am,
I, <Name> currently residing in Canada on a post-graduate work permit (<permit number>, attached below) that is set to expire on the <expiry of wp date>, am putting forth this application for an open work permit under the public policy that is in effect starting 27th January 2021. I have read the guidelines as part of this policy and understand that I am eligible for a one-time open work permit for upto 18 months. I am thankful for this opportunity and would want to provide some additional information about my current status and history in Canada.
I first landed in Canada in the <date of first entry> on a study permit and completed my <course and university>. After my graduation, I was granted a <length> post-graduate work permit in <date>. It was difficult to find work initially due to lockdown and I was hired very late into my one year of eligible period in Canada. I started working as an <employment details if available>. My contract is attached towards the end of this document. Hence, I request for a timely processing of my application that will allow me to continue working.
<PR Application info if any>I would like to bring to your attention that my Permanent Residence application (<application number>) is currently under processing, since the <date of AOR>. Due to COVID the application has not been processed yet and taking longer than usual. I am attaching an acknowledgement of receipt from my PR application below for you reference.
I believe that the information I have provided is adequate and in detail and hope for a positive and favorable consideration of my application.
Yours faithfully,
<Your name>
May 2022 can't apply right! thats really bad 2019 graduates also affected badly
Hi, can anyone please help me to clarify this?
For the Question 3 of the form imm5710e there are 4 options:
a) Apply for Work Permit with the same employer
b) Apply for a Work Permit for the first time or with a new employer
c) Restore my status as a worker
d) Get a new temporary resident permit(for inadmissable applicants only)
I'm currently working in a company in Ontario so I guess I have to choose option a)
but, Would the PGWP extension be linked to my current employer? or it would be open.
I'm thinking to move to another company so I really would like to have the freedom to move but I don't have anything concrete yet.
Could you please advice what would it be my best option to get the PGWP Extension Open if I have already an employer.
Thanks
For the Question 3 of the form imm5710e there are 4 options:
a) Apply for Work Permit with the same employer
b) Apply for a Work Permit for the first time or with a new employer
c) Restore my status as a worker
d) Get a new temporary resident permit(for inadmissable applicants only)
I'm currently working in a company in Ontario so I guess I have to choose option a)
but, Would the PGWP extension be linked to my current employer? or it would be open.
I'm thinking to move to another company so I really would like to have the freedom to move but I don't have anything concrete yet.
Could you please advice what would it be my best option to get the PGWP Extension Open if I have already an employer.
Thanks
Hey it should be (c) since you’re restoring your status as worker
PGWP cannot be linked to a specific employer.
Sorry, I forgot to mention that my current PGWP is still valid until mid July. So I don't think I'm restoring my status.
Hello, My permit is also expiring in mid July. Could you please share your timeline?