May 15th, 2024 at 05:15 am

New IEC 2024: New Canada Work Permit Invitations 2024

The most recent information about the 2024 season of International Experience Canada (IEC). Another major achievement in this year’s program is the 1,818 work permit invitations that have been given as of the week ending May 11, 2024.

In addition to providing information about the application procedure and associated costs, let’s examine the round of invites sent out for the Working Holiday, Young Professionals, and International Colorado op categories.

International Experience Canada (IEC) 2024

During the week of May 11, 2024, 1,818 work permit invitations were given out as part of the International Experience Canada (IEC) 2024 season. 1,568 invitations were issued about working holidays. There are presently 33,290 applications from 34 different countries in the Working Holiday pool.

While the International Colorado op internship category sent 81 invitations, the Young Professional category received 169. Officially, IEC 2024 started on December 11, 2023. International youth from eligible nations have since been able to submit their profiles to the IEC pool.

The Canadian government announced in December that invitations for the first round would go out the week of January 8, 2024. As of May 11, 2024, the list of countries that have been invited, together with their quotas for that year, the candidates in the pool, and the likelihood of receiving an invitation in the future weeks

IEC 2024

1. Working Holiday

Invited individuals from qualifying nations under the Working Holiday program are granted an open work permit, which enables them to work for practically any Canadian company. This is your category, should you;

• Have no employment offer
• Want to work for more than one employer in Canada
• Would like to work in more than one location and earn money so that you can travel

2. Young Professionals Category

An employer-specific work visa is awarded to selected candidates from qualified nations under the Young Professionals category. Applicants for this category need to possess;

• A valid job offer from a Canadian company that will enable you to advance in your career
• To be employed by the same business in the same place

3. International Co-op Internship

Under the International Co-op Internship category, a work visa unique to the business is granted. You belong in this category if you:

• Are you a postsecondary student who has been offered a position in Canada for an internship or work placement?
• Will complete this job placement or internship to complete your education.
• Will spend the entirety of your stay in Canada working for the same company in the same place.

What are the fees for the IEC 2024 Season?

The IEC costs for all competitors in the 2024 season will be 172 Canadian dollars, according to an announcement from Canada. The IEC costs change based on which immigration program you choose to apply for in Canada. Applicants for Working Holidays are required to pay a $100 Canadian fee.

Young Professionals and International Co-op candidates do not have to pay any extra fees; however, their employers have to pay an employer compliance charge of 230 Canadian dollars, and those who are required to provide biometrics have to pay an additional 85 Canadian dollars when they pay the EC fee.

Opportunities for overseas teenagers to obtain priceless job experience in Canada are continuing to present themselves as the IEC 2024 season goes on. A thorough understanding of the invitation statistics, category requirements, and fee structures will help prospective applicants make an informed decision throughout the process. Watch this space for additional information and advice on maximizing the benefits of the International Experience Canada (IEC) program.