The Canadian Government extended the deadline for Hongkongers applying for the “Lifeboat Scheme” to 2025 and expanded eligibility to Hongkongers who have graduated within the past 10 years from a post-secondary learning institution in Canada or abroad.
Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced on Feb. 6 that Canada is extending and expanding the open work permit (OWP) program for eligible Hong Kong residents to Feb. 7, 2025. In addition, Canada also expanded the OWP program for eligible Hong Kong residents who graduated from a post-secondary learning institution from five to ten years.
“By extending and expanding Canada’s open work permits for Hong Kongers, we are giving Canadian employers more skilled workers to hire at a time when we need them most and providing valuable work experience, all while also showing our support for the people of Hong Kong,” said Fraser….