Introduction:
The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently introduced a temporary public policy aimed at reuniting families and strengthening family class immigration in Canada. This policy grants open work permits to sponsored spouses, partners, and dependent children during the processing of their family class sponsorship application. This article provides detailed information about these open work permits and their eligibility criteria. If you have questions or need assistance with family sponsorship, Unitia Immigration Consulting Inc is here to guide you. Visit our website at [Insert Website URL] for expert advice.
Open Work Permits for Family Class Sponsors:
This progressive public policy extends the issuance of open work permits to foreign nationals applying to live and work in Canada under family class sponsorship, including dependent children over 18 years old. Notably, this opportunity was previously available only for those in the inland spousal sponsorship program and is now being expanded to applicants from outside Canada.
The Benefits:
IRCC’s decision to issue open work permits serves multiple purposes. It not only supports the financial stability of families and their ability to integrate into Canadian communities but also addresses national labor shortages and contributes to the Canadian economy’s growth.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for an open work permit under this public policy, foreign nationals must meet either of the following conditions:
Principal Applicants:
Must have submitted a permanent residence application under the spouse or common-law partner in Canada or as a spouse, common-law or conjugal partner under the family class, which has been accepted for processing by IRCC.
Should submit a work permit application with a maximum duration of two years.
Be the subject of a sponsorship application submitted by their Canadian citizen or permanent resident spouse, common-law, or conjugal partner.
Share the same residential address as their sponsor in Canada during the application.
Have valid temporary resident status in Canada or be eligible for and have applied for restoration of status.
Dependent Children:
Must be included as accompanying family members in the application for permanent residence.
Should submit a work permit application with a maximum duration of two years.
Share the same residential address as the principal applicant and their sponsor in Canada during the application.
Have valid temporary resident status in Canada or be eligible for and have applied for restoration of status.
Announcement of Family Reunification Measures:
On May 26, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, unveiled measures to enhance family class immigration and family reunification in Canada. These measures align with IRCC’s commitment to reuniting families and the integral role of family reunification in Canada’s immigration strategy.
These measures include:
Expedited processing times for temporary resident visas (TRVs) for spousal applicants.
New, dedicated processing tools for spousal TRV applicants.
Open work permit extensions for open work permit holders expiring between August 1 and the end of 2023.
Conclusion:
The introduction of open work permits for family class sponsors represents a significant step towards family reunification and a stronger Canada. If you’re navigating the family sponsorship process or need assistance, contact Unitia Immigration Consulting Inc at info@unitiaimmigation.com or visit our website at https://unitiaimmigration.com/. We are committed to facilitating your journey to reuniting with your loved ones in Canada. Your path to family reunification starts here!
