CIC Canada
Highlights of the New Program
- extension of the work permit length from 1 or 2 years to THREE years
- removal of the requirement that the job be related to the student's degree
- removal of the requirement that the student must first have a job offer
- removal of the requirement that the work permit be "employer specific"
(i.e. post-graduation work permits will now be "open" work permits).
These changes are effective immediately.
Eligibility
International students who:
- have studied full-time for a minimum of 8 months in their academic program; and
- have completed degree requirements and received notification that they are eligible to obtain their degree; and
- apply within 90 days of completing the requirements of their degree; and
- have a valid Study Permit when they apply for the Post-Graduation Work Permit
International students are not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit program if:
- they are recipients of Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship, Government of Canada Scholarship and/or CIDA funding
- participating in a distance learning program
This is a significant immigration policy change affecting international students and will enchance Canada's reputation as an education destination.
The International Student Centre will help to facilitate Post-Graduation Work Permit applications in coming weeks. The Career Centre will also
work with these recent international graduates who are seeking assistance in their job search.
Quote from the International Student Centre at University of Toronto
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