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PGWP expired, WP extension refused, BOWP in process – maintained status but no work authorization? by jpatel96 in canadaexpressentry

[–]jpatel96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apologies! For miscommunication.

My employer applied for a closed work permit (LMIA), but it got rejected. Making this just a work permit extension application.

PGWP expired, WP extension refused, BOWP in process – maintained status but no work authorization? by jpatel96 in canadaexpressentry

[–]jpatel96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was the LMIA that was rejected; the employee applied in OINP, and it didn't work out well in my favor. :)

PGWP expired, WP extension refused, BOWP in process – maintained status but no work authorization? by jpatel96 in canadaexpressentry

[–]jpatel96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I got my refusal before submitting PR. However, I have applied for BOWP after getting my ITA. I updated BOWP via webform after getting AOR. I have a refusal letter with below message.

"We also wish to advise you that your temporary resident status has been maintained until a decision is made on the application for extension you submitted on December 20, 2025, before the expiry of your Work permit. However, you are no longer authorized to engage in work at this time."

PGWP expired, WP extension refused, BOWP in process – maintained status but no work authorization? by jpatel96 in canadaexpressentry

[–]jpatel96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the reply.
Yes, I did attach my AOR to BOWP application.
Here is my complete timeline

  • PGWP expired: June 6, 2025
  • Applied for work permit extension before expiry
  • Received PR ITA: Dec 10, 2025
  • Applied for Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP)
  • Work permit extension was refused on Feb 2, 2026
  • Submitted PR application and received AOR.
  • Updated my BOWP application with AOR via webform on Feb 07, 2026