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Leave an Abusive Workplace and Work Safely in Canada

Are you experiencing abuse or at risk of abuse from your employer in Canada? Eligible temporary foreign workers may be able to apply for an Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers.

At G Square Immigration, we help you understand your options, prepare evidence of your situation, and complete your application with the required supporting documents.

What is an Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers?

This Open Work Permit is designed to help eligible temporary foreign workers leave an abusive or potentially abusive employment situation and find new employment in Canada.

Abuse can include physical, sexual, psychological, financial abuse, or reprisals related to the worker’s employment.

When Can You Apply for a Vulnerable Worker Open Work Permit?

You Are Experiencing Workplace Abuse

You may qualify if you are facing abuse related to your employment in Canada.

You Are at Risk of Abuse

You may also be eligible when there is a risk of abuse in your employment situation.

You Have an Employer-Specific Work Permit

The program is primarily for eligible workers holding an employer-specific Work Permit or who have applied to renew one.

You Need to Leave the Employer

An approved open Work Permit can allow you to leave the abusive situation and work for another employer.

How Does the Vulnerable Worker Process Work?

Review Your Situation

Understand the type of abuse or risk you are experiencing at work.

Check Your Eligibility

Review your Work Permit and circumstances against the applicable requirements.

Gather Evidence

Collect available evidence such as statements, reports, messages, pay records, photos, or other supporting documents.

Prepare Your Explanation

Clearly explain the abuse or risk of abuse and your circumstances.

Submit Your Application

Apply for the Open Work Permit with your explanation and supporting evidence.

Receive Your Decision

If approved, you can use the open Work Permit to seek employment with another employer in Canada.

Who Can Apply for an Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers?

  • Be in Canada
  • Hold an employer-specific Work Permit or meet the applicable renewal conditions
  • Be experiencing abuse or at risk of abuse related to your job
  • Provide information describing your situation
  • Provide available evidence supporting your circumstances
  • Meet applicable immigration requirements
  • Provide required identity and supporting documents

Why Choose G Square Immigration?

Eligibility Assessment

We review your Work Permit and circumstances.

Situation & Evidence Review

Assistance with organizing available supporting evidence.

Explanation Letter Guidance

Help present your situation clearly and accurately.

Document Preparation & Review

We help organize the required application documents.

Application Filing Support

Assistance with preparing and submitting the application.

End-to-End Support

Professional guidance throughout your application process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Vulnerable Worker Open Work Permit for?
It is for eligible temporary foreign workers in Canada who are experiencing or at risk of abuse related to their employment.
What types of abuse can qualify?
Abuse may include physical, sexual, psychological, financial abuse, or reprisals.
Do I need proof of abuse?
You should provide as much supporting evidence as possible, such as statements, reports, messages, pay records, photos, or witness information.
Can I work for another employer after approval?
Yes. An open Work Permit can allow eligible workers to leave the abusive employment situation and work for almost any employer in Canada, subject to the permit's conditions.
Can G Square Immigration help with this application?
Yes. G Square Immigration can assist with eligibility assessment, evidence organization, explanation letter guidance, document preparation, and application filing.