Under a new temporary public policy, Canada has made a bold and worker-friendly move: foreign workers on employer-specific (closed) work permits can now start new jobs without waiting for a new work permit to be fully approved. Officially effective from May 27, 2025, this long-awaited update is a major leap forward in job mobility and fair employment rights for migrant workers.
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If you’re a temporary foreign worker stuck in a job due to visa delays, this is your green light to move forward — job mobility has officially been unlocked!
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What’s New?
Previously, foreign workers on closed permits had to wait weeks or even months before they could legally begin working for a new employer. Now, with this temporary public policy in place, they can start working as soon as IRCC sends an authorization email — usually within 10–15 days of applying.
This means no more lost income, no more job limbo, and no more waiting for a decision to take control of your career.
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Who Can Benefit?
This update is a lifeline for:
- Workers in toxic or exploitative work environments
- Foreign employees seeking better career opportunities
- Skilled professionals with employer-specific LMIA permits
- Anyone needing to quickly transition to a new job.
Eligibility Checklist
To take advantage of this policy, you must:
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- Be in Canada with valid temporary resident status.
- Hold an employer-specific (closed) work permit.
- Submit a new work permit application for a new job or occupation.
- Submit a web form request to IRCC using code “PPCHANGEWORK2020.”
- Wait for email confirmation from IRCC before beginning the new job.
How to Switch Jobs Without Delay — Step-by-Step
- Apply Online: Submit your new employer-specific work permit application through IRCC.
- Send a Web Form: Submit a request via IRCC’s web form and include the code PPCHANGEWORK2020.
- Receive IRCC Email: In 10–15 days, you’ll receive a temporary work authorization by email.
- Start New Job: Begin working immediately for the new employer upon receiving IRCC’s email.
Your new job in Canada might be just 15 days away. Don’t wait — start your transition today.
DATE . JUN/9/2025