Can I Apply TemporaryResidentPermit & Work Permit Together

[Sanjeev]

My room-mate who came to Canada on a study permit could not continue his studies due to financial constraints. Now he has lost his status. I am helping him out of this situation. I was filling out his Temporary Resident Permit application. Can I also fill out his work permit application or wait until TRP application is processed?

[Rajpal (Admin)]

You do not need to waste time. You can apply TRP and Work Permit applications at the same time. It is rather preferable for a TRP to accompany an application for another immigration category. If you will choose to do separately, make sure you have at least six months validity of TRP before submitting application for work permit.