THE BEST EDUCATION OPTION IN THE WORLD
CHOOSE CANADA FOR YOUR COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY STUDIES
There are approximately 1500 universities, colleges, vocational training centers and other educational institutions authorized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that accept international students each year.
International students in Canada enjoy unique career and immigration opportunities.
The option to study in Canada is one of the most important decisions that can be made by young students around the world, as it offers many opportunities.
If the decision to study in Canada has already been made, then international students can take full advantage of all the benefits that come with a study permit.
While studying in Canada
Students in Canada can work off-campus, renew or change their study permit, have family or friends visit and be accompanied by their spouse or common-law partner in Canada. These spouses or common-law partners are then granted an open work permit.
Working while studying
A valid study permit in Canada offers international students the opportunity to work off-campus, under certain conditions.
Renewing or changing your study permit
While studying in Canada, many international students may need to renew or change their study permits. This is often the result of a change of program or school. Students who need more time to complete their program of study in Canada may also choose this option.
Obtain an open work permit for your spouse or common-law partner
A major benefit for international students in Canada is that their spouse or common-law partner can also come to Canada on an open work permit. This allows couples to live together in Canada and provides spouses with a pathway into the Canadian labour market.
Having your family and friends visit Canada
In recent years, Canada has been issuing more and more visitor visas. For international students in Canada and their families and close friends, this represents an opportunity to stay close while exploring what Canada has to offer.
At the end of the studies in Canada
Upon completion of their program of study in Canada, international students may obtain a post-graduation work permit and, subsequently, Canadian permanent resident status.
Obtain a post-graduation work permit
International students in Canada who wish to obtain permanent residency upon completion of their studies have the option of obtaining a post-graduation work permit. These work permits are issued for a maximum of three years and allow ambitious graduates to gain Canadian work experience.
Living in Canada permanently
Studying in Canada is a pathway to permanent residency and further to Canadian citizenship, if desired. Individuals with a Canadian degree and Canadian work experience are in an excellent position to apply for Canadian permanent residence under the Canadian Experience Class, the Quebec Experience Program, one of the Provincial Nominee Programs or the Skilled Worker Program.