This is a disaster, a nightmare,” says the 35-year-old, who came to work as a live-in caregiver for a Brampton, Ont. A few days later, on March 27, Canada changed its rules and reopened the border to foreign nationals with a valid work permit. She can’t renew or extend her work permit while she’s out of Canada. Without a valid work permit, she has lost her status as a caregiver and proof that her return to Canada is essential. Kwan said the minister can use his discretion to issue the woman a new visa and work permit or expedite her permanent residence application.

Source: thestar August 13, 2020 12:56 UTC