Canada Visitor vs Work Permit for Remote Work: Digital Nomad Rules Explained
Canada does not have a standalone digital nomad visa. In many cases, you can stay in Canada as a visitor and keep working remotely for a foreign employer, but that does not mean every remote-work setup is visitor-safe. This guide explains the real Canada-wide line between visitor status and a work permit, what changed on August 28, 2024, which documents matter at the border, when certified translation becomes relevant for IRCC filings, and where to verify advisers or report fraud.