Going to Canada with IEC: Working Holiday, Young Professionals and International Co-op permits

International Experience Canada (IEC) is a Government of Canada program designed to give 18-35 year-old travellers from over 30 selected countries the opportunity to work in Canada.

Depending on your nationality, you will be eligible for some or all types of IEC permit:

• The Working Holiday permit: A flexible open work permit.
• The Young Professionals permit: A closed work permit (employer-specific) to gain valuable work experience in Canada relevant to your career.
• The International Co-op (Internship) permit: A closed work permit where the internship must be linked to your field of studies.

The amount of time you can spend in Canada will also depend on your nationality. You can check your eligibility here.

We have a wealth of information covering the IEC program in more detail:

• What is International Experience Canada (IEC)?
• Working Holiday and IEC Canada: Latest updates
• Introduction to the Canada Working Holiday permit
• Work experience in Canada: The Young Professionals work permit
• The International Co-op (Internship) IEC work permit
• Step-by-step guide to IEC Canada applications — Working Holiday, Young Professionals and International Co-op permits