Some hopes for International Students in Canada who wish to obtain a permanent residence

April 29, 2016 · 8:19 pmImmigration
Some hopes for International Students in Canada who wish to obtain a permanent residence

When you study in Canada and like the country, you naturally consider staying here and making it your home. As of yet, we have never had a separate program for international students with a path towards residency. At present time only those who completed their studies at Canadian colleges and universities and gained practical experience working in Canada can be considered as candidates for permanent residence. For graduates there is no chance to demonstrate that they can contribute to the Canadian economy.

Our Liberal government is promising to change that unfairness and allow international student to apply for permanent residence. The government is now of the opinion that international students are our future work force and thus must be accommodated.

The government will be aiming at changing the existing Express Entry to introduce a new type of immigrant, international students.

How can international students become permanent residents?

International students have some of the strongest pathways to permanent residence because Canadian study and work experience earn points. A common route is a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), then permanent residence through Express Entry or a Provincial Nominee Program.

StepWhat it provides
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)Canadian work experience after graduating
Express Entry (CEC)PR for skilled Canadian work experience
Provincial Nominee (PNP)Province nominates in-demand graduates

These are IRCC and provincial applications; Karb Law’s legal team assists with the full process. Request a free assessment to map your route.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can international students get permanent residence in Canada?

Yes. Studying in Canada often leads to a Post-Graduation Work Permit, and the Canadian work experience gained can qualify graduates for permanent residence through Express Entry’s Canadian Experience Class or a Provincial Nominee Program that targets in-demand graduates.

What is a Post-Graduation Work Permit?

A Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is an open work permit for graduates of eligible Canadian institutions. It lets you work for almost any employer and build the Canadian work experience that strengthens a permanent residence application.

Official resources

External links are provided for general information only and are not legal advice.

Angelina Shuster — Licensed Paralegal, Karb Law
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Angelina Shuster

Licensed Paralegal · Law Society of Ontario

Angelina Shuster is a paralegal licensed by the Law Society of Ontario with 25 years of experience in Canada. Based at Karb Law’s office in Richmond Hill, she represents clients across Ontario and in immigration matters throughout Canada, and has helped thousands of people with immigration and legal matters — refugee claims, appeals, admissibility and detention reviews before the Immigration and Refugee Board, and summary-conviction criminal matters.

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