Work Permit Extension Options in Canada
If your work permit is expiring, you still have options to stay and work legally. Talk to our team and find the right extension pathway for your situation.
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A expiring work permit does not have to mean leaving Canada.
- Your employer is unsure about supporting an LMIA or says it takes too long
- You are not sure if your French level qualifies for a fast LMIA-exempt route
- You worry about losing status while you figure out spouse or study alternatives
Our team maps every realistic option in one call, then files the one that protects your job and your status fastest.
Built for your exact situation
Your employer sponsors a new Labour Market Impact Assessment so you keep your current job legally.
If you have NCLC 5 in French, get a fast LMIA-exempt work permit without waiting on employer sponsorship.
If your spouse works in an eligible occupation, you may qualify for an open permit and keep working anywhere.
If extending your work permit is not possible, transitioning to a study permit can help you maintain legal status in Canada. If you are married, your spouse may also be eligible for a Spousal Open Work Permit while you study.
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Do not wait until your permit expires to look at options.
We respond to every form and WhatsApp within 2 business hours.
Four steps from worried to working on your case
Share your expiry date and situation in 15 minutes.
We compare LMIA, Francophone Mobility, SOWP and study pathways for your profile.
We build and submit the strongest extension application first.
You stay in Canada legally while your new permit is processed.
Answers before you ask
Can I extend my work permit if my employer will not do an LMIA?▾
Yes. Depending on your situation, Francophone Mobility, a Spousal Open Work Permit, or transitioning to a study permit may keep you in Canada legally. We review every angle in your first call.
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How early should I apply for an extension?▾
Ideally 4 to 6 months before expiry. That leaves time for LMIA processing, French test scheduling, or a clean study permit transition without a status gap.
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What is the Work-to-Study pathway?▾
If extending your work permit is not possible, we can help you switch to a study permit. If you are married, your spouse may also qualify for a Spousal Open Work Permit while you study.
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Does Francophone Mobility need an LMIA?▾
No. It is LMIA-exempt. You need a valid job offer outside Quebec and proof of French at NCLC 5 or higher in listening and speaking. Processing is often 2 to 4 weeks.
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Can I keep working while my extension is processed?▾
In many cases yes, through maintained status if you apply before your current permit expires. We confirm this in your first consultation and protect your right to work.
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How much does a work permit extension cost?▾
We quote a flat professional fee in your free first consultation. No hourly billing and no hidden charges. IRCC government fees are separate and shown upfront.
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Stay in Canada. Stay working. Let our experts find your extension path.
One short call with our immigration expert and your work permit extension file is on the right track.