Canada has reinforced that working without proper authorization can have serious immigration consequences, with foreign nationals risking removal from the country, a five-year ban on returning and a permanent fraud record with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The guidance also said unauthorized work could affect future visa and permanent residence applications while leaving workers vulnerable to exploitation.
IRCC said most foreign nationals need a valid work permit before they can work in Canada. Holding a visitor visa or an electronic travel authorization (eTA) does not give visitors the right to work, and most visitors are not eligible to apply for a work permit from within Canada.
