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Spousal/Common Law Partner Open Work Permit (SOWP)

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LMIA-Exempt Work Permits

Work in Canada Without the LMIA Process

Not all foreign workers require a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) to obtain a Canadian work permit. Under certain programs and international agreements, LMIA-exempt work permits allow individuals to work in Canada without an employer needing to prove a labor shortage.

✅ Common LMIA-Exempt Categories:

  • International Agreements (e.g., CUSMA/USMCA, GATS, CPTPP)

  • Intra-Company Transfers

  • Spousal Open Work Permits (for skilled workers or international students)

  • Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP)

  • Religious Workers and Charitable Work

Significant Benefit to Canada (e.g., entrepreneurs, researchers)

🔒 Key Benefits:

  • Faster processing times

  • Less documentation required from employers

  • Greater flexibility for workers

📌 How Milesway Supports You:

At Milesway, we identify your eligibility and guide you through:

  • Choosing the right LMIA-exempt stream

  • Preparing all required documents

  • Filing your work permit application accurately and efficiently