Vulnerable Open Work Permit

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The Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers helps temporary foreign workers who are experiencing abuse or are at risk of abuse in relation to their employment in Canada.

Protection for workers experiencing workplace abuse
Ability to work for a new employer in Canada
No application fee for eligible workers
Apply online from within Canada

Benefits

Worker Protection

Leave abusive or unsafe employment situations.

Open Work Authorization

Work for almost any employer in Canada.

No Government Fee

No fee is required for eligible applicants.

Maintain Legal Status

Continue working legally while seeking safer employment.

General Eligibility Overview

Be physically present in Canada.
Hold a valid employer-specific work permit or maintained status.
Be experiencing abuse or be at risk of abuse related to your job.
Provide information or evidence supporting your situation.
Meet Canadian immigration admissibility requirements.

Eligibility Requirements
Location	Must be physically present in Canada
Work Permit	Valid employer-specific work permit or maintained status
Abuse Situation	Experiencing abuse or at risk of abuse in employment
Supporting Evidence	Information or documents supporting the abuse claim
Application Method	Must apply online from within Canada
Fees	No government fee required

Common Reasons for Refusal

Applicant is outside Canada
No valid employer-specific work permit
Insufficient information regarding abuse or risk of abuse
Incomplete application or missing documents
Failure to meet admissibility requirements

How Future Dreams Immigration Can Help

At Future Dreams Immigration, we help vulnerable workers understand their rights, prepare supporting evidence, and submit strong Open Work Permit applications to help them move to a safer work environment.

Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers eligibility assessment
Guidance on supporting evidence and documentation
Application review and checklist support
Open work permit application preparation assistance
Ongoing support throughout the process

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for an Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers? ⌄

Foreign workers in Canada with a valid employer-specific work permit who are experiencing abuse or are at risk of abuse may be eligible to apply.

Do I need to pay a government fee? ⌄

No. There are no government fees for this open work permit application.

Can I apply at a Canadian port of entry? ⌄

No. Applications must be submitted online from within Canada.

What types of abuse are recognized? ⌄

Abuse may be physical, sexual, psychological, financial, or involve threats, intimidation, reprisals, or unsafe working conditions.

Can I work for another employer if approved? ⌄

Yes. An approved open work permit allows you to work for almost any employer in Canada.

Contact Us

Phone

+1 (672) 822-2406

Email

ifuturedreams@gmail.com

Address

Unit 208, 6475 Mayfield Road, Brampton, ON L6P 4N2, Canada

Official Government Resources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding Open Work Permits for Vulnerable Workers, please visit the official Government of Canada website.

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