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Work permit extension — cover letter (in-Canada)
Extends an existing work permit under R200 + continues current employment relationship; emphasizes status compliance.
CanadaWorkExtensionR183R200
Work permit extensions are filed using IMM 5710 (Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay, Or Remain in Canada as a Worker). File at least 30 days before current permit expiry to maximise implied status protection. Draft a 400-500 word extension cover letter for [CLIENT_NAME], current WP expiring [CURRENT_PERMIT_EXPIRY], extending with [EMPLOYER_NAME] for the position of [POSITION_TITLE]. §1 — OPENING (40-60 words) "I respectfully apply for an extension of my current work permit pursuant to IRPR R200. My current permit expires on [CURRENT_PERMIT_EXPIRY], and I seek extension on the basis of [EXTENSION_REASON]." §2 — STATUS HISTORY (60-80 words) • First entered Canada on [DATE] under [INITIAL_STATUS] • Subsequent permits + extensions chronologically • Continuous valid status (no gaps, no overstays) • If applicable: R183 implied status periods during pending applications §3 — CURRENT EMPLOYMENT (80-100 words) • Employer: [EMPLOYER_NAME] (CRA BN: [BN]) • Position: [POSITION_TITLE] (NOC: [NOC_CODE]) • Start date with this employer • Duties (key responsibilities matching NOC profile) • Compensation: CAD [WAGE] per hour / annum • Continuous full-time employment §4 — BASIS FOR EXTENSION (100-130 words) If LMIA-supported continuation: • New LMIA confirmation number, valid until [DATE] • Same employer + position • ESDC has confirmed continued labour market need If LMIA-exempt continuation (e.g. C12 ICT): • R204/R205 still applies • Same qualifying relationship (parent-subsidiary) • Continued business need If awaiting PR (Express Entry / PNP): • Apply for BOWP (separate process) instead of standard extension • This prompt's flow is for non-BOWP extensions §5 — DURATION REQUESTED (40-60 words) • [EXTENSION_DURATION_REQUESTED] from current expiry • Capped at LMIA validity (if LMIA-supported) • Capped at maximum cumulative for category (e.g. 4 years for high-wage LMIA, 1 year for low-wage) • Capped at passport validity §6 — STATUS MAINTENANCE (40-60 words) "This application is filed before my current permit expiry. Pursuant to R183, I will maintain status under my current permit's conditions ([EMPLOYER_NAME], [POSITION_TITLE], [LOCATION]) until a decision is made on this extension." §7 — INTENT TO COMPLY (40-60 words) Affirm: • Will work only for [EMPLOYER_NAME] (or as restored to per LMIA/IMP class) • Will respect extended permit validity • Will leave Canada at end of authorised stay if extension not granted ANNEXES • Annex A: Current work permit (copy) • Annex B: Updated offer letter / continued employment letter • Annex C: New LMIA (if applicable) OR proof of LMIA-exempt eligibility • Annex D: Recent pay stubs (3-6 months) — proves continued employment • Annex E: Recent T4 / NOA • Annex F: Passport • Annex G: Fee receipt (CAD 155 + CAD 100 OWP holder fee if applicable = CAD 255 total) End with: "DRAFT WP EXTENSION COVER LETTER — for RCIC review. Confirm 30-day-pre-expiry filing window. If LMIA-tied, verify new LMIA confirmation is in hand before submission."
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