Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers

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Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers

According to section 207.1 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, migrant workers in Canada with employer-specific work permits who are experiencing abuse or who are in danger of abuse because of their employment in Canada may be qualified for an open work permit that is exempt from the LMIA procedure (IRPR).

This particular provision applies to migrant employees in Canada who currently have a valid LMIA-required, employer-specific work permit issued by subparagraph R200(1)(c)(iii) or a valid LMIA-exempt, employer-specific work permit issued under subparagraph R200(1)(c)(ii.1).

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Frequently asked Questions

How can I get a permit for a vulnerable worker?
While applying, be sure to include strong supporting documentation for your claims. Evidence may consist of:
- a letter, statement, or report from a group that supports victims of abuse, a physician, a healthcare worker, etc.
- a sworn declaration from you, also referred to as an affidavit.
- a copy of any official document you provided to a law enforcement organisation, such as a police report or one from the Canada Border Services Agency.
- a copy of a complaint that was formally lodged with a provincial government enforcement body, like the employment standards branch.
- a statement from the victim, emails, or texts
- bank accounts or pay stubs, images of accidents or poor working conditions, and witness testimony.
Who are the susceptible employees?

A susceptible employee is one who has a work visa that is currently valid, restricts them to a single employer, and is vulnerable to misuse by that employer.

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Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers