C18 – Work Permit under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

C18 – Work Permit under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)

A work permit for applicants supported by an employer to work in the Atlantic provinces through the AIP.

Target audience and key requirements

• Possess a job offer from a designated employer and a provincial work permit support letter.
• Meet language, education, and experience requirements, or qualify for the AIP graduate exemption.
• Apply online; an initial permit can be submitted before PR while the endorsement is valid.

Documents to prepare

Support letter, endorsement, job offer, IMP offer number, language proficiency, education/ECA, and work experience.

Points to note

A designated employer and job offer are insufficient without provincial support. For extensions, check the validity of the endorsement/PR and the new IMP offer.

LMIA exemption still requires meeting the work permit eligibility criteria. Work permits and permanent residency are processed separately.

Support process at KeyApply

1. Submit information regarding nationality, residency status, employment, and relevant documents for assessment.
2. Identify the applicable stream, missing documents, and scope of support.
3. Prepare the application with an RCIC or lawyer in charge; monitor any additional requests if necessary.

Register for profile assessment

Select Register for profile assessment, priced at 0 CAD, to submit your request. Processing fees and government fees, if applicable, will be confirmed separately based on the file. You may call, email, or message us via KeyApply.com.

Official source

• IRCC – C18

Updated on October 8, 2026.

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