Identity
Apply for a work permit (refugee claimant)
As a refugee claimant you need a work permit to work legally in Canada. Apply online through IRCC — processing takes 4–6 weeks.
What you'll need
- Valid photo ID
- Immigration documents
- Proof of Alberta address
Official resource
IRCC (online)
1-888-242-2100www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/refugees/claim-protection-inside-canada/work-study.htmlWant this — and everything else — in order?
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