8 Jobs You Can Do In Canada Without A Work Permit

There is a common misconception that you always need a work permit to be offered a job in Canada, but this is only the case in some situations. Understanding the types of jobs you can perform without a work permit is crucial.

To help you with this, we have compiled a list of tasks you can do within Canada without needing a work permit.

According to the Canadian Government, foreign nationals can work in Canada without a work permit under specific circumstances.

It includes work covered under sections 186(a) and 186(x) in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), as well as short-term employment under the Global Skills Strategy public policy and 120-day work for researchers.

List of Jobs in Canada Without Work Permits

Athlete/Coach

Obtaining a work permit is optional as an athlete or coach brought to Canada for training purposes. However, you must be able to provide evidence of your athlete or coach status to be permitted to work in Canada.

Religious Work/Clergy

You can work in Canada without a work permit if you hold a religious title, such as a pastor or an imam.

Providers of Emergency Services

Emergency service providers can work in Canada without a work permit if they are requested by the Canadian Government or commissioned by their country to provide emergency work in Canada.

Examiners/Evaluators

Examiners and evaluators can work in Canada without an official work permit. For academic purposes, examiners may oversee exams in Canada, and evaluators may perform specific evaluations.

Performing Artists

International artists planning to perform at a venue in Canada for a limited time can only obtain work permit authorization if they obtain work permit approval.

Convention Organizers

Event planners organizing an event in Canada can work in Canada without a work permit for the duration of their event.

News Reporter

Journalists commissioned by their country to report on news in Canada do not require work permits.

Army Personnel

Military members coming to Canada to serve in the defense forces do not need work permits and are eligible to bring their spouses.