IEC - Working Holiday Visa

[sbrizzi]

Hello,

I'm an Italian citizen and I have been accepted for a working holiday visa for Canada. I also have an offer of employment.
My question is:
When do the 6 months of allowed work in Canada begin? Do the 6 months of work start the day you pick up the work permit from customs or does it begin the first day of work with my employer?

Thank you very much for the feedback.

 

[scylla]

It starts the day the work permit is issued by immigration / customs.