Work and travel?
It’s possible! International Experience Canada (IEC) is a program that provides opportunities for youth between the ages of 18 and 35 to work temporarily in Canada.
This program is an opportunity and a unique professional and personal experience!
It is an opportunity to live a different place and discover a new culture, new people, learn new languages.
According to bilateral agreements and agreements, you have the choice between 3 categories:
– INTERNATIONAL CO-OP INTERNSHIP
An opportunity to acquire work experience as part of your studies in the form of an internship.
– YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
An opportunity to develop your skills and have professional experience in Canada. To do this, you must find an employer and sign a qualified employment contract.
Namely that this visa depends on your employer and that this category is open to the French and Switzerland.
Candidates for International Business Volunteering are included in the quota of the Young Professionals category. However, during their application they must select a special category.
– WORKING HOLIDAY
This is a chance to travel across the country while financing the trip through work!
The Working Holiday an open permit allowing you to work anywhere in Canada for any Canadian employer! You’re free to go wherever you would like!
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For the IEC program, eligibility conditions must be taken into account and the criteria may vary from one country to another:
Please be advised that all candidates must:
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be a citizen (passport holder) of one of the 33 countries that have a bilateral youth mobility agreement with Canada
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have a valid passport for the duration of their stay in Canada (the work permit issued will not be longer than the validity of the passport)
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be between the ages of 18 and 30 or 35 at the time of application (the upper age limit depends on the applicant’s country of citizenship)
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have the equivalent of $2,500 CAN upon landing to help cover initial expenses
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be able to take out health insurance for the duration of their stay (participants may have to present evidence of this insurance at the point of entry in Canada)
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be admissible to Canada
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have, prior to departure, a round-trip ticket or the financial resources to purchase a departure ticket for the end of their authorized stay in Canada
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not be accompanied by dependents
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pay the appropriate fees
Do You Need Help?
if you need any help during this process, you can always count on the expertise of Mercan International Education professionals to guide you through the VISA application process.
Due to Mercan Group wealth experience and network, they have a thorough understanding of the immigration programs around the world and are confident we can provide all clients, including people in business, students, workers and companies a wide range of services.
Mercan Group is a leader in the field of investment, immigration and recruitment and has developed a reputation for integrity and efficiency.
More about IEC!
*This post does not constitute legal advice. Please contact Canadian Immigration Authorities for further information.
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http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/tools/temp/work/opinion/experience/bilat.asp