Work Permit to Permanant Visa status. How do I go about?

[jrs_mumbai]

Hello,

I have come to Canada on a work permit for a year but the contract is for 2 years. So I will be getting an extension on the work permit for another year.
(This means that the current work permit has got name of the employer and I cannot work for any other employer here in Canada)

I wish to live in Canada and would like to apply for a permanent resident status or would like rather to apply for a visa which is not binding me with my employer.

Is there a way of doing that?

How would I do that? I have checked the website for information but it’s confusing me.

It would be great if someone could provide some information or any help/input.

Thanks!

 

[Leon]

For now, you have to stay with one employer. Open work permits are not handed out freely.

Your ability to apply for permanent residency now or in the future depend on your occupation, if it is a skilled job or not. Do you know your NOC or what is your occupation listed on your work permit?

 

[jrs_mumbai]

My WP is renewed for another year now.

The NOC is Interact Media Prog and Developer

Will I be able to apply for a PR since I have almost completed 1 year in canada?

 

[Singh07]

My WP is renewed for another year now.

The NOC is Interact Media Prog and Developer

Will I be able to apply for a PR since I have almost completed 1 year in canada?

Your NOC code is 2174.

The fastest way would be to get a LMO from your employer and then get a provincial nominee certificate and apply under PNP category.