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| availability for work |
restrictions |
work permit limitations in canada |
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Summary:
Claimant is an immigrant who, upon his arrival in Canada, was given an "Employment Authorization" which authorized him to become employed for a specific employer but prohibited him from working for any other employer or in any other occupation or location. Upon his lay-off, he was prevented from becoming employed by the restriction of the Employment Authorization and was disentitled for not being available. Umpire ruled that S.18 does not apply where unavailability is imposed upon a claimant in circumstances beyond his control when the claimant is ready, available and willing to accept employment. The Commission appealed the decision to the FCA. **NOTE: Appeal withdrawn by the Commission following a policy change. See Digest 10.10.8.
