Wondering what happens to your Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP) if your PR application is refused? Understanding the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) is crucial to maintaining your legal status in Canada. Your work permit remains valid unless it expires, is canceled due to an administrative error, or a removal order is enforced. Learn how IRPR sections 209, 209.01, 209.02, and 243.2 affect your work permit status after a PR refusal. Discover potential steps to extend your stay, reapply, or transition to another legal status. Stay informed and protect your work authorization in Canada.