Extending PGWP
The government has just announced exciting news that students with Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP) may be able to apply to extend their work permits for another 18 months. Here are the details: You must have held a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) that expired on or after January 30, 2020 or hold a valid PGWP that
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Immigration Changes for International Students in Canada
IRCC has recently come out with new rules for international students in Canada. Here are some of the highlights.
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The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) Program and How it Works
One of the most important benefits of studying in Canada is the ability to qualify for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The PGWP program allows international students who have completed a qualifying program at an approved post-secondary institution to obtain an open work permit. Only certain universities and colleges offer programs that are eligible for
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Tips about the new Caregiver Program
The new Caregiver program that replaced the old Live-in-Caregiver program has created much confusion for families who want to hire caregivers and for workers who want to immigrate under this program. Here are some of the tips about the program that may help you: It has become quite difficult to get a positive Labour Market
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Upcoming Student Seminars
Together with student groups at universities and colleges throughout Ontario, Long Mangalji will be offering free immigration seminars to international students this fall. Come and join us if you are a member of one of the following groups: McMaster University, International Graduate Students Association Date: October 8 Time: 4:00-6:00 pm Place: Council Chambers room,
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Recent Changes Affecting International Students
This summer has been heating up with new rules for international students. In one of our previous posts we had told you about the new rules regarding study permits and off-campus work permits that came into place on June 1, 2014. Recently, the government cancelled the post-graduate LMO recruiting exemption for international students who are
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