IRCC to review the Post-Graduation Work Permit for first time in 10 years
News and Updates
Date:07 Nov , 2023
On October 27th, Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced changes to its International Student Program that will be implemented in the coming months to strengthen the program and protect students from fraud.
International students who complete an eligible Canadian post-secondary program may apply for a PGWP.
This work experience is integral for PGWP holders hoping to go on to apply for Canadian immigration.
To be eligible for a PGWP, international students must have:
Completed studies in an academic, vocational or professional training program that is at least eight months long at an eligible Designated Learning Institution (DLI) List.
Additionally, according to a Statistics Canada study released in 2022, the total number of PGWP holders in Canada has risen every year.