IEC Program Canada - What Is IEC Canada
What Is IEC Canada? The International Experience Canada (IEC) program provides opportunities for young adults aged 18-35 from participating countries to travel and work in Canada temporarily.
IEC Eligibility - Canadian Immigration IEC Countries List
Citizens of the following countries are eligible: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic (Czechia), Denmark (Danish citizens residing in Greenland and the Faroe Islands are also eligible), Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Ukraine, United Kingdom.
IEC Working Holiday Visa, Young Professionals, and international Co-op Categories
The program is divided into three categories: Working Holiday, Young Professionals, and International Co-op. The first of the three IEC pools, the Working Holiday category is an open work permit which enables participants to work and travel in Canada for up to 24 months, without the requirement of a job offer before arrival. The Young Professionals category is designed for individuals possessing a job offer in Canada related to their field of study or career. Participants can work for one Canadian employer for up to 24 months. The International Co-op category allows international students to complete a work placement or internship in their field of study at a recognized organization in Canada for up to 12 months.
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