Foreign workers can apply to work in Canada if they obtain a lawful work permit. Canada offers a variety of programs that allow individuals to gain employment in the country.

The Temporary Foreign Worker Program is a popular option that allows overseas employees to work in Canada on a temporary basis. Based on the conditions and eligibility criteria, the work permit may be either Open or Employer-Specific.

Temporary residents in Canada—such as international students or skilled workers—can also sponsor their spouse for an open work permit, provided they are enrolled full-time at a designated learning institution (DLI) or are employed as a skilled worker.

Other programs, such as the Atlantic Immigration Pilot Program, allow the primary applicant to sponsor their spouse and children, provided they meet certain eligibility requirements.