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A Work Permit Extension allows a foreign national to continue working in Canada after their current work permit expires.

• Required to maintain legal employment status in Canada.
• Can be employer-specific or open depending on the original permit.
• Often linked to an existing LMIA or an LMIA-exempt work permit.

Canada provides several options to extend work permits depending on the applicant’s situation:

• Employer-Specific Extension: Extends your current work permit with the same employer.
• Open Work Permit Extension: Allows work for any employer (often for spouses of skilled workers or students).
• Post-Graduation Work Permit Extension: For graduates who are eligible to extend their PGWP.
• Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP): For applicants with a pending PR application.