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Permanent residence for out-of-status construction workers in the

Greater Toronto Area: How to apply
1. About the public policy 2. Who can apply 3. Get your documents ready

4. How to apply

 This public policy has been extended until July 2, 2024. We’ll continue to process applications received on or before
this date.

Get ready to apply

Before you apply with IRCC and fill out the forms below, you need to contact the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC).
If the CLC determines you appear to meet the eligibility criteria, read the Instruction Guide 0124 for important
information about your eligibility, fees and how to apply.

Get your checklist and forms

Document Checklist [IMM 0123] (PDF, 0.9 MB)
Use your checklist to make sure you include all the forms and documents you need.
Place the checklist on top, as a cover to your application package.

Forms for you (the principal applicant) to fill out

Generic Application Form for Canada [IMM 0008] (PDF, 652 KB)
Additional Dependants/Declaration [IMM 0008DEP] (PDF, 424.19 KB)
Schedule A – Background/Declaration [IMM 5669] (PDF, 776.39 KB)
Additional Family Information [IMM 5406] (PDF, 570 KB)
Schedule 1 – Temporary Public Policy: Out of Status Workers in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) [IMM 0113] (PDF, 2.2
MB)
Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Visitor or Temporary Resident Permit
Holder [IMM 5708] (PDF, 477.39 KB)
Application to Change Condition, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Worker [IMM 5710] (PDF, 484.21 KB)
Use of a Representative [IMM 5476] (PDF, 648.31 KB)

Use the instruction guide to fill out your application forms.

Make sure you have Adobe Reader 10 or higher and Javascript is turned on. If you have trouble downloading, right-
 click the link and choose “Save Target As…”
Fill out the form on your computer instead of by hand. It’s easier and reduces mistakes that can cause delays.
Print your application forms, then sign and date them.

IMM 0008 is a barcode form. Make sure you validate it and submit all the pages:

Click the “Validate” button at the top or bottom of the form. Validating the form before printing makes sure that you
have answered all the questions. This will help you to avoid delays in processing your application.
One or more pages with barcodes and a signature line will automatically be created.
Print, sign and date the form.
Use white, high-quality and non-glossy paper.
Use a laser printer if you can.
Place the IMM 0008 form, including the barcode page(s), on the top of your application package.

Pay your fees online

Find out how to pay your fees.

Submit your application

Once your application package is ready, contact the Canadian Labour Congress.

Note: Find out more about the temporary public policy to provide permanent residence to out-of-status construction
workers in the Greater Toronto Area.

 You need to give your biometrics

In most cases, you now need to give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics) after you apply.
Find out who needs to give biometrics and how the new application process works.

Get help to open an application form or to fill one out in the Help Centre.

Date modified:
2024-01-03