How to Apply

STEP 1: Application form

The quickest way to apply is online or, you can download an application form to submit by post.

STEP 2: Acceptance Pack

BUNAC confirms your place on the programme and sends you the Acceptance Pack which includes the Open Work Authorisation Application Form.

STEP 3: Open Work Authorisation Application Form

Return your completed Open Work Authorisation Application Form to BUNAC as soon as possible. You are also required to submit a UK Police Background Check and (if applicable) foreign police background checks at this stage. If you require a medical you must inform us at this stage.

STEP 4: Visa application

BUNAC submits your visa application to the Canadian High Commission for processing and they reserve the right to ask for additional information if they feel it necessary. Such requests are generally made on a random basis. Processing takes 4-6 weeks on average.

STEP 5: Work Authorisation

BUNAC will let you know when your Work Authorisation Letter has been issued then you will have to send confirmation of your flights and insurance before we can release the letter. Once you have your Work Authorisation Letter you are ready to travel to Canada. You must enter by 31 January 2010.

How much will it cost?

Work Canada Programme costs
Membership	£5
Work Canada registration fee*	£200
Work Canada returner fee**	£175
Canadian High Commission ‘Programme Participation Fee’	CAN$150 (Approx £90)

Other costs
Insurance	BUNAC 3 month policy - £122.28
Return flights	Approx £575
Support funds	£500

*Includes UK presentations, programme administration and literature including the Canada Handbook as well as BUNAC support services in the UK and Canada and visa administration to secure the Open Work Authorisation.

**To be a returner you must have previously participated on BUNAC's Work or Gap Canada programme.

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