VWOWP — Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers (Humanitarian/Temporary)

Canada's Open Work Permit for Vulnerable Workers (VWOWP) is a fee-exempt humanitarian permit for temporary foreign workers in Canada who are experiencing or at risk of abuse in their current employer-specific work permit role.

The permit grants open work authorization for 6 to 12 months, with priority processing in 5 business days. It is non-renewable and does not lead to permanent residence. Family members in Canada may also receive fee-exempt open work or study permits.

This visa is ideal for temporary foreign workers already in Canada on an employer-specific permit who need to escape an abusive work situation and find new employment quickly.