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Is my program eligible for the Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)?

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On September 18, 2024, Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced new requirements related to eligibility for a Post-graduation Work Permit. Applicants who apply for their study permit on or after November 1, 2024 must graduate from a program in specific fields of study that are...

Can I work off campus with my co-op work permit?

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Your co-op work permit can only be used for work integral to your program that is required in order for you to graduate. However, as of June 1, 2014, you may qualify to work off campus without a work permit. If you qualify, your study permit will allow you to: work up to 20 hours per week during...

I am an international student. Do I need a Social Insurance Number (SIN)?

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You need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) from Service Canada to work in Canada or to receive benefits and services from government programs. You must have one of the following conditions or remarks printed on your study permit in order to apply for a SIN for off-campus work: May work 20 hrs per week...

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