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Can I work in Canada with a study permit / student authorization?

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With a study permit there are restrictions regarding the time period for which you can work in a given period. You are permitted to work part-time on campus as well as off campus

Can I work in Canada without a permit?

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In almost all cases you must have a valid work permit to work in Canada. In special situations, you may be able to work temporarily in Canada without holding a work permit issued by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). You do not require a work permit if you are.

Can my spouse work in Canada while I study?

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The spouse (non-student) of a person who holds a Study Permit may obtain a Work Permit for work anywhere, without clearance, from Human Resources Development of Canada (HRDC). The applicant must include proof that he or she is the spouse of a student. A specific job offer is not required. A person who has already passed an Immigration medical examination will receive an open Work Permit.

Can I work or study during my stay in Canada?

Migration to Canada - Frequently Asked Questions
Temporary residents are not allowed to work or study in Canada unless they are authorized to do so under the regulations. In many cases, a work or study permit will be required. However, there are categories of workers who do not require work permits. You may obtain further details on persons exempt from obtaining a work permit by visiting our Web site or by contacting a visa office.

Can a student work in Canada after graduation?

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The student can apply to any positions in Canada. However, the student must apply for a work permit at the Immigration Center. Please refer to the Canadian Embassy's website for information on obtaining a Work Permit

Where do I get a work permit?

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You can get a work permit from the school the minor attends. If a minor does not attend school OR if school does not maintain a supply of work permits, one may be obtained from the county school superintendent's office (a minor will need to take a copy of a birth certificate to have a work permit issued anywhere other than the school they currently attend).

Can I come as a work-study student?

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Bring a friend to the Residence program and get 1/2 week FREE. Your friend must also apply and be accepted a full session (4 weeks in May or 3 weeks in September). Other discounts are available to groups of 4 or more. Please email the school for more information .

If I decide to stay longer at ILSC can I extend my Study Permit in Canada?

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If you arrive on a tourist visa or you didn't need a visa at all to visit Canada you are permitted to stay for six months and allowed to study for six months. If you plan on extending your studies longer than six months you will need to get a new tourist visa. To do so, you must leave the country.

Q: Do I have a work permit if I go to study English?

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A: From 4 July 2005, students learning English will be able to apply to work for up to 20 hours a week during term. Anyone undertaking a course of 12 months or more will be able to apply to work full-time over the summer holidays. Partners of students studying in areas of absolute skill shortage and partners of all postgraduate students will be able to apply for an open work permit valid for the duration of the student’s course of study.

I would like to work in Canada as a volunteer. Can I work without a permit?

Visas and Immigration - Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the nature of the work you intend to do. A volunteer who will not be paid by a Canadian organization or employer may be work permit exempt. If you are unsure whether or not you qualify as a volunteer, you may submit an application for a work permit. An officer will make an assessment of your individual case.

Can I work in Canada on the basis of a work permit in another country?

Canada Work Permit
No, it would still be necessary to obtain a Canadian work permit. Conversely, a Canadian work permit does not automatically entitle an individual to work in any other countries.

How can a student obtain a work permit?

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Work permits may be obtained from the secretary in the main office. A work permit is needed for each job held by a student until they reach the age of 18. Students should have the promise of a job before requesting a work permit.

Where can an international student apply for a work permit?

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The student must speak to the designated institutional representative responsible for the off campus work project at his or her educational institution. Under the new policies laid for students, a student on study visa gets a work permit of upto two years depending on which area he or she is going. Yes, if both institutions are participating institutions and are in the same area, the student can apply.

If I have a valid work permit, do I need a study permit?

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, FAQs
Yes, you are not permitted by the government to study while on a work permit. You must have a valid study permit too.

Can I apply for a study permit or work permit while my immigration application is in process?

Visas and Immigration - Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You will need to meet the requirements for the permit, including requirements for admission to Canada as a temporary resident.

Why study in Canada?

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Canada is a multicultural country, whose people are as diverse as the landscape. Every year, thousands of students from all around the world choose Canada as their place to study. The quality of teaching makes Canada's educational system one of the best in the world. Tuition fees are cheaper than those in the United States, England and Australia. Most importantly, the crime rate is low and the quality of life is high.

Do I have to apply for an international student visa or study permit?

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If the length of your program is less than six months, you do not have to apply for an international Student Visa or Study Permit. If the program you choose is longer than six months, you will be required to apply. To learn more, contact the Canadian Embassy or Consulate in your home country or visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website. If you intend to study in consecutive programs, it is strongly recommended that you apply for a Student Visa or Study Permit before entering Canada.

My company is transferring me to our branch/subsidiary in Canada. Do I need a work permit?

Visas and Immigration - Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you require a work permit. You may also be HRSDC confirmation exempt if you will fill a position at the senior managerial level, or if you have specialized knowledge required for the operation of the Canadian branch of the business. To qualify for HRSDC exemption, you must demonstrate that you have been continuously employed for a period of at least 1 year during the last 3 years in a similar position for the company that plans to transfer you to Canada. You do not need a work permit.
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