Work Permit Question

Legal Services and Human Rights
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Hello good day, I got your information from google. I am a refugee and my work permit is about to expire and I would like to ask for help. Thank you

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Hi, it can be done online on the official government site in most cases, but you should apply to extend your work permit at least 30 days before your current expires. Or do you need help with something specific?

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Hi there,

Thank you for sharing your question and situation with us. In addition to sunflower’s response, you may find information in the following thread helpful: Work Permit Question

Here is an excerpt:

You can find instructions on how to apply for a new working permit here. As a Protected Person, you are eligible for an open working permit. You may refer to our previous answer on what to do after working permit expires.

You can renew your SIN after you get your new working permit.

You may also apply for permanent residence as Protected Person. If you have permanent residence, you then have the right to work anywhere in Canada and you do not need a working permit. However, you still need to have a valid working permit before you fully get your permanent residence status.

For financial assistance, please feel free to browse our articles on assistance for refugees and other financial assistance options. Some programs such as Canada Child Benefit (CCB) and Ontario Child Benefit (OCB) do not require a SIN.

We hope that the information we provided is helpful to you. We would also recommend you seek legal help from a lawyer or a licensed consultant familiar with Canadian immigration to find more information about your particular circumstances.

You may also find helpful information in the IRCC guide, restore your status and get a work permit.

We hope this information is helpful, please follow up with us if you have any further questions.

Sincerely,

Your Settlement.Org Team