Spouses can accompany full-time students on a dependent visa.  It is only necessary to show that there are sufficient funds to support them.  Spouses can also work full-time if they live for a year or more. In some cases, you may be able to apply for an open work permit if you intend to accompany your spouse or domestic partner to Canada.  With an open work permit, you can find and accept any job when you arrive in Canada.  You do not need a job offer or a positive labor market impact assessment to apply for a work permit.