# Closed work permit

**URL:** <https://discourse.settlement.org/t/closed-work-permit/13636>\
**Category:** Finding Work\
**Created:** [May 26, 2024, 6:11pm UTC](https://discourse.settlement.org/t/closed-work-permit/13636 "2024-05-26T18:11:39Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 2\
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**Author:** ![ZoeZhang](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/ec9cab/32.png) [@ZoeZhang](https://discourse.settlement.org/u/ZoeZhang)\
**Post date:** [May 26, 2024, 6:11pm UTC](https://discourse.settlement.org/t/closed-work-permit/13636/1 "2024-05-26T18:11:39Z")

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Hi,

I am a foreigner who is holding a closed work permit in Canada which means I can only work for the specified employer in Canada.  
Given this circumstance, could I remotely work inside Canada for a company or clients based outside of Canada? Is it legal?

Sincerely,  
Zoe

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**Author:** ![SettlementOrgMod](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/bbce88/32.png) [@SettlementOrgMod](https://discourse.settlement.org/u/SettlementOrgMod)\
**Post date:** [June 12, 2024, 5:15pm UTC](https://discourse.settlement.org/t/closed-work-permit/13636/2 "2024-06-12T17:15:53Z")

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Hi there,

Thank you for sharing your question and situation with us.

It may be best for you to consult a reputable and [registered immigration consultant or an immigration lawyer](https://settlement.org/ontario/immigration-citizenship/immigrating-to-ontario/general-information-about-applying/should-i-get-help-with-my-immigration-application-from-an-immigration-consultant-or-lawyer/) for advice specific to your situation. You may find helpful information on how to find a reputable and registered lawyer or immigration consultant in the [Settlement.Org](http://Settlement.Org) articles, [How do I find a lawyer?](https://settlement.org/ontario/legal-services/lawyers-and-other-legal-help/find-a-lawyer/how-do-i-find-a-lawyer/) and [What other kinds of legal help can I get?](https://settlement.org/ontario/legal-services/lawyers-and-other-legal-help/other-kinds-of-legal-help/what-other-kinds-of-legal-help-can-i-get/).

It may also help to connect with a community resource navigator at 211 to narrow your search.

[211 Ontario](https://211ontario.ca/) is a free, confidential service. Their phone service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. [Here](https://211ontario.ca/chat/) is a link to their live chat if you prefer to communicate online. Their live chat service is available Monday to Friday from 7am-9pm ET.

We hope this referral is helpful. Please follow up with us if you have any further questions.

Sincerely,

Your [Settlement.Org](http://Settlement.Org) team