U.S citizen trying to get work permit in Canada

8POSTS

15 years ago

Hello.

I am originally from the United States and have been in Montreal for a little over a week. I have fallen in love with the city and would really love to live and work here.

I understand that I need a work permit in order to legally work here but I know that the first step in order to get a work permit is to receive a job offer.

However, i麓ve already had 2 potential job offers but they have turned me down once they found out that I do not have a work permit and say that they are not willing to help me get one.

I have a feeling that most jobs will tell me the same thing and I do not understand how someone is supposed to get a work permit here.

To sum things up, I need a work permit in order to get a job but in order to get a work permit I need a job offer but no one will offer me a job without a work permit. What do I do??

I would really appreciate it if someone who knows more on the subject could help me out with this one....

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honeyclotte Serial expat

200POSTS

15 years ago

Hello again..this is really a helpful info:

HRDC Site:http://www.rhdcc-hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/home.shtml

bebo2781 New member

8POSTS

15 years ago

Thank you very much Honeyclotte. I really appreciate it!

Now I just need to find an employer that would be willing to hire me and go through the entire process of getting me a work permit.

I麓ve already been turned down by several employers because of the simple fact that they refuse to go through the hassle.

I麓m now trying to find out if there are employment agencies in Montreal that specialize in getting jobs and work permits for foreigners.

I really appreciate the help.

honeyclotte Serial expat

200POSTS

15 years ago

You are welcome, an employment agency can be helpful, but you can do the procees by yourself. all you need to do now is send a lots and huge of CVs to a lot of companies in Montral. What about in Toronto? At the right time, something good will come up.Dont worry. Goodluck!

MoCookies Member

15POSTS

14 years ago

My husband and I moved to Montreal (from the US) because his company really needed him here, and was willing to go through all the BS involved in getting a work permit. Not to scare you off, but it IS a lot of paperwork, waiting, more paperwork, some money, and more waiting. That was even with a job offer in hand, and getting the renewal this year (even though we already are here, the job is the same, etc.) has been a hassle as well.

Here's my take on the whole process: You'll need to be an excellent candidate for your field to convince a company that you're worth those manhours for their HR department. One of the things that a company hiring someone from outside the country has to do is prove that they "can not find candidates in Quebec that meet your criteria, or are available in the short to medium term to fill vacancies." Depending on your skill set and career field, this may be what's holding you back at the current time.

bebo2781 New member

8POSTS

14 years ago

Yeah. I麓m willing to go through all that as long as I can find a decent job. Hopefully things will work out.

Thanks for letting me know.

phina1970 Member

2POSTS

14 years ago

Hi are you still in Montreal? still interested in working in Montreal? I may be able to help
please email me at phina1970@yahoo.com
thanks

Christine ViP

42879POSTS

14 years ago

Hi phina1970,

Could you please introduce yourself?

Thank you

phina1970 Member

2POSTS

13 years ago

#10

So sorry, Yes My name is Josephine, I live in Montreal.聽 I am American. whos inlove with Canada and Montreal.聽 Don't let the weather or taxes scare you.聽 If you know how to appreciate Montreal's richness in culture and education system among other advantages, you will enjoy quality of life here.

quamnielle1 Member

2POSTS

11 years ago

#11

Hello Im Cami I currently live in Arizona with my boyfriend and our son. we are looking to move to Canada. We have just started looking and really aren't sure where to start. need help answering questions, do we apply for work visa before we move or once we get there. my boyfriend is in college would it be best for him to apply for a study visa? any and all help with be greatly appreciated. thanks!