{"id":18889,"date":"2021-08-31T15:04:36","date_gmt":"2021-08-31T15:04:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.canadacis.org\/?p=18889"},"modified":"2023-12-06T10:14:27","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T10:14:27","slug":"international-experience-canada-iec","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.canadacis.org\/blog\/international-experience-canada-iec\/","title":{"rendered":"All About International Experience Canada (IEC)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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International Experience Canada (IEC): all you need to know<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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But how is it possible for Canada to accept this huge number of immigrants annually? <\/span><\/p>

Well, there are various programs to immigrate to Canada. It can be objective-based (e.g., live, work, visit, and study) or duration-based (e.g., permanent or temporary).<\/span><\/p>

This article will discuss one of the temporary residency options called International Experience Canada<\/strong>; IEC from zero to hero. Let’s get started! <\/span>\ud83d\ude09<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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International Experience Canada (IEC)<\/strong> is one of Canada’s immigration programs that typical immigrants give the slightest attention to. Yet, it includes an efficient and lucrative set of temporary residency programs that you can take advantage of, especially when you are a careful decision-maker (or if you’re generally adventurous).<\/p>

If you want to work or travel in Canada temporarily, IEC is your best go-to option. Eligible foreigners are authorized to apply for a Canadian work permit without having Labour Impact Market Assessment (LMIA). In addition, you are allowed to live and work in Canada for a maximum of 2 years.<\/strong> This is possible thanks to Canada’s international agreement with multiple countries! See EIC Eligibility.<\/p>

Keep in mind: there are plenty of high-paying jobs for foreigners in Canada<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span> – make sure to check them out!<\/strong><\/p>

The selection of applicants happens through a randomized draw system. Much like other immigration programs, not everyone who expresses interest is automatically granted an IEC Work Permit. Interested applicants should verify their qualifications depending on the program they opt for,<\/strong> not to mention Canada’s agreement with their country of origin.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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There are three types of programs under IEC. These are Working Holiday, Young Professionals, and International Co-op.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Working Holiday Program<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

To have the freedom to work in Canada as you travel and explore the country is the primary goal of this program. This is ideal if you want to have complete travel plus work experience or fund your trip. Successful applicants will have an open work permit which enables them to find their employer. With this permit, you have the flexibility to change employers and jump from one location to another.<\/p>

Typically, you don’t need a job offer to be eligible for the program. But because of the pandemic, all applicants must have a valid job offer. In addition, some employers may require a medical examination.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Young Professionals Stream<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

This program is perfect for young foreign nationals who want to have professional work experience in Canada. Individuals under this program are given an employer-specific work permit. This means you are not allowed to change your employer nor jump locations during your stay in Canada.<\/p>

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International Co-op or Internship<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

If you’re a student seeking an internship abroad, this program is for you. Similar to the Young Professionals Program, successful applicants under International Co-op are given employer-specific work permits.<\/p>

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Suppose you have all the qualifications discussed in the three programs above. In that case, they will not be honored if you’re not using any of Canada’s Recognized Organizations (RO) or if your country of citizenship does not have an agreement with Canada.\u00a0<\/p>

In addition, only IEC participants are eligible to join and apply for an IEC work permit.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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