With effect from April 6, 2023, some current and previous Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders may stand eligible for a 1.5-year open work permit. It is expected that the application window will be open until December 31, 2023. The perk of attaining this Open Work Permit permits qualifying individuals to be able to work in...
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Canadian Immigration Minister Announces to Extend Open Work Permit for PGWP Holders
Canada’s Immigration Minister, Sean Fraser, recently announced that Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders whose permits are expiring in 2022 and 2023 can apply for an Open Work Permit extension starting from April 6, 2023. The Open Work Permit extension will allow PGWP holders to continue working legally in Canada for a maximum duration of three...
Why Canada is to Enforce Open Work Permits for Expired PGWP Holders?
April, Canada said that Post Graduation work permit (PGWP) holders would get more time. Post this postponement announcement that shows a downfall of Canada for not granting open work permits to PGWP holders. As of now that it’s August, and these international students who have graduated have no way to apply but to lose their...
Canada Offers Extension to PGWPs Expired After September 20, 2021
The Canadian Immigration Minister Sean Fraser had previously announced that Canada is going to offer an extension to PGWPs expired after September 20, 2021. The Post-Graduation Work Permit holders whose permits are getting expired between September 20, 2021, and December 31, 2022, will stand eligible for a one-time extension. The Immigration Minister increased the eligibility...
PGWP, TFWP, PR, Startup Visa—International Students Spoilt for Choices after Canadian Degree
Why has Canada suddenly become the preferred destination for foreign students? Canada was always among the top study destinations, but it always seemed to rank below countries like the USA and Australia. So, what has changed? The answer—post-graduation opportunities for international graduates. Today, anybody studying in Canada can easily have complete clarity on the various...
Studying in Canada—Don’t Risk your Future and Your Career by Ignoring the PGWP!
If you are an international student in Canada or are planning to study here and if the Post-Graduation Work Permit is a very big part of your plans, then here is some very good news for you. A new study related to the Post Graduation Work Permit has indicated that those who opt for the...
PGWP is not an Automatic Option—Know the PGWP Exclusions to Avoid Regrets Later
Why is Canada the most popular foreign study destination in the world? Some countries have very good educational institutions while others have lots of opportunities for skilled workers. But what makes Canada unique is the combination of quality education, good opportunities, and the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Advantages of the PGWP LMIA-exempt work permit, which...
PGWP, TFWP, PNP, EE—Options Galore for International Students after the Canadian Degree
I want to study in Canada but am not sure about becoming a Canadian permanent resident after graduation. I want to work in Canada after graduating from a Canadian university but without immediately opting for permanent residence. I want to work in Canada first and then consider PR options after I get some experience. Multiple...
Young and Ambitious Indian Student Seeking a Bright Future? No Better Option than Canada
A quick look at India’s demographic data throws up two very obvious conclusions. One, a large number of Indian students will look to foreign universities for higher education, And two, Canada is likely to be the top study destination for these intelligent and hard-working Indian students. Where Will India’s Huge Student Population Study? About a...