International students in Canada can work while studying if their Study Permit allows off-campus work. After graduation, they may be able to stay and work through a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
International students studying on a Study Permit are allowed to work while they study, but work is not permitted unless the permit specifies that they can work off-campus. This makes the permit wording important before planning a job.
During academic sessions, students can work part-time, up to 20 hours per week. During scheduled breaks such as summer or winter holidays, full-time work is permitted.
After completing their studies, graduates may be able to remain in Canada and gain work experience through the Post-Graduation Work Permit. This permit can allow work in Canada for up to three years, depending on the length of the program.
The post-study route is meant to help graduates apply their skills in the Canadian job market, and it can also support longer-term plans. Canada uses English and French, and major student cities include Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Waterloo, and Hamilton.
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Yes. Students on a Study Permit are allowed to work while they study if the permit specifies that they can work off-campus.
Yes. Full-time work is permitted during scheduled breaks such as summer or winter holidays.
Graduates may be able to stay and work in Canada through the Post-Graduation Work Permit, which can allow work for up to three years depending on the program length.
Each one has its own guide to life, costs and working.
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