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A tailored work authorization, also known as an employer-specific work permit, is a legal document that restricts a foreign national’s employment to a specific employer in Canada. It details the worker’s role, the location where the work will be performed, and the valid timeframe for the permitted employment.

Under the International Experience Canada (IEC) initiative, opportunities exist for Young Professionals and those participating in the International Co-op (Internship) program. These individuals may have the flexibility to work at various locations for the same employer, provided that each site functions under a single business number registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). For such arrangements, the various addresses and the associated CRA business number must be included in the initial offer of employment documentation. It is imperative for the job title, responsibilities, and salary to remain constant across the different work settings.

Candidates in the Young Professionals or International Co-op (Internship) category are obligated to secure employment that correlates with their academic training or professional work experience while in Canada.

Occasionally, circumstances may necessitate a change in employers for those exclusively tied to a single employer through their work permit. Should this occur, participants are required to furnish new employment details and a valid rationale for the shift, such as organizational shutdown, to the authorities before applying for a new permit. A case processing agent will then make a discretionary assessment on the amendment request.

In instances where a permit alteration is sought after the work permit’s issuance, any adjustments to the employment duration will be made according to the relevant bilateral agreements, deducting any time already spent under the original permit.