Acquiring a work permit in Canada is a goal for many foreign nationals who wish to improve their skills and abilities, and further enhance their credentials and work experiences by coming to Canada. Some people wish to become permanent residents after having worked in Canada. However, obtaining a Canadian work permit or other kinds of […]
When Changing Status from Visitor to Student
One of the most common instances for people who are interested in studying in Canada is to enter the country as a visitor, to search for academic programs of their liking, and then trying to find a way to apply for a study permit.
I am on a Visitor Visa and wish to become an International Student in Canada
If you are planning to change your status as a student while being a visitor, it is recommended to do it as far in advance as possible trying to avoid the expense and the burden of having to file for two processes at the same time.
Can I volunteer while visiting or studying in Canada?
A lot of students and visitors wish to gain work experience while offering their volunteer work to Canadian employers. Volunteer work is a very complex situation to understand when it comes to immigration laws and regulations.
International Students Working 20 Hours a Week vs. Co-op: Risks & Details
Studying in Canada is expensive and most international students use the benefit of working while studying in order to bear some of the living expenses of their stay in the country. Not all students can work while studying.
What does implied status mean?
The processing times for the different applications are constantly changing and clients stress out when their current immigration documents expire and they have not received a reply from the Canadian government. However, as long as the applicant submitted the application PRIOR to the expiry date of their document, the person will be covered under IMPLIED STATUS, this means that the person is legally allowed to remain in Canada until a decision has been made on their applications.
