BOWP (Bridging Open Work Permit)

Keep Working in Canada While Waiting for PR

Apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit with Cougar Immigration

Have you applied for permanent residency and your current work permit is about to expire? A Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) allows you to continue working in Canada legally while you wait for a decision on your PR application. At Cougar Immigration, we make sure you don’t face gaps in your status or income.

What is a Bridging Open Work Permit?

The Bridging Open Work Permit is a special type of work permit for individuals who have already submitted a permanent residency application under one of the following programs:

• Express Entry (FSW, CEC, FST)
• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
• Agri-Food Pilot
• Home Child Care Provider or Support Worker Pilot

It allows you to continue working for any employer in Canada while your PR is being processed—no LMIA or job offer renewal needed.

Who is Eligible?

To qualify for a BOWP, you must:

• Be currently in Canada with valid temporary resident status
• Hold a valid work permit or be within the 90-day restoration period
• Have submitted a complete permanent residency application and received confirmation (AOR or eligibility letter)
• Apply for the BOWP before your current permit expires
• Meet health and security admissibility criteria

We carefully evaluate your PR application status and current permit to ensure you meet all conditions before applying.

How Cougar Immigration Helps You

Timing is critical when it comes to Bridging Open Work Permits. Here’s how we support you:

• Eligibility Review: We assess your PR stream, work permit timeline, and restoration options (if needed)
• Document Preparation: We compile all required forms, AOR proof, and supporting materials
• Application Filing: We submit your application to IRCC and monitor every update
• Compliance Guidance: We make sure you stay on the right track while awaiting PR
• Restoration Support: If your permit has expired, we assist with restoration and BOWP strategy

We ensure there are no gaps in your work status while transitioning to permanent residency.

Pricing

Fees may vary for complex PR streams or restoration applications.

Why Choose Cougar Immigration?

We specialize in transitional immigration pathways. With years of experience supporting PR applicants, we understand how to align timelines, documents, and legal requirements for BOWP success. With us, you’re never stuck in limbo.