Canadian Immigration Update: Changes to C20 Reciprocal Employment Work Permits

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its guidance for LMIA-exempt work permits issued under the reciprocal employment category of the International Mobility Program (IMP). The updated instructions were published on February 20, 2026, and clarify how immigration officers assess reciprocity and what information must align in an application.... By: Stikeman Elliott LLP