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What is abuse
Any behaviour that scares, controls or isolates you could be abuse. Abuse can be physical, sexual, financial or mental.
Open work permit for vulnerable workers

If you’re being abused or at risk of being abused in relation to your job in Canada, you may be eligible for an open work permit for vulnerable workers. Click here to report abuse of temporary foreign worker.

This work permit helps protect your rights as a worker in Canada by helping you leave an abusive situation to find a new job.

– Learn more about abuse
Looking for support as a temporary foreign worker in Canada? The Canadian government offers resources for vulnerable workers, including options to apply for open work permits if you’re facing tough situations like abuse or unsafe conditions. You can find details, eligibility info, and steps to apply on the official Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada page. Check it out here: Vulnerable Workers in Canada.