Help CenterReview your work permit
Check your work permit carefully before leaving the border services office at the Canadian botder. Make sure you understand all the information on the permit.
If you think there is a mistake on your work permit, please tell the border services officer right away. Do not leave the airport without speaking to an officer. If you are confused or unsure, please contact the Camp Canada emergency line.
Things you check your work permit for:
Make sure your name is spelled correctly.
Check the expiry date shown under the “Valid until” box.
Your work permit will not be valid beyond:
- the amount of time indicated in the agreement between Canada and your country
- the expiry date of your passport or
- the expiry date of your health insurance
IEC Working Holiday participants:
Your work permit should show:
- “open” employer and
- “open” location
Open employer and employment location means you have an open work permit.
As long as your work permit is valid, there are no restrictions on:
- how long you can work or
- how many hours you can work