You need a work permit
If you’re a day camp counsellor, you need a work permit to work in Canada.
At a day camp, campers go home each day.
You’re a camp counsellor if your main duties include supervising and guiding children in summer camp activities, and leading sports, crafts, games and other recreational activities.
Type of work permit
You can apply for an employer-specific work permit(opens in a new tab) . Your employer needs to get a positive labour market impact assessment (LMIA) to hire you.
Before you apply
You must meet the general eligibility requirements(opens in a new tab) for a work permit.
Your employer must give you both of the following:
- a copy of the positive LMIA
- your job offer letter or contract