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Part 7 — Temporary Residents

Part 7 (rr 179–216) covers temporary entry to Canada. Key provisions include: the TRV (visitor visa) grant criteria, work permit streams (LMIA-required and LMIA-exempt under the International Mobility Program), the Post-Graduation Work Permit, study permits, and Open Work Permits.

Key sections

r 179 — Visitor visa issuance — Temporary resident visa (TRV) grant criteria.
r 183 — Conditions — temporary residents — General conditions applicable to all temporary residents.
r 200 — Work permits — general
r 204 — LMIA-exempt work — significant benefit — International Mobility Program categories.
r 205 — LMIA-exempt — Canadian interests
r 209.2 — Post-Graduation Work Permit
r 214 — Study permits