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Canadian Universities and Colleges Participating in Off-Campus Work Permit Program

Foreign students who are studying in a Canadian university or college are allowed to work part time after obtaining off-campus work permit provided the educational institution is participating in the off-campus work permit program. Following is the list of the college and universities in Canada which are participating in the …

Canadian Post-Graduation Work Permit for International Students

International students after completion of study program leading to graduation may be eligible to obtain Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allowing them to gain valuable experience in Canadian work environment. Furthermore, the post-graduation work experience may also make them eligible to apply for Canadian Permanent Residence under Canadian Experience Class or …

Medical Exam Requirements for Canada

Medical Examination for Temporary Residents Persons applying for Canadian visit visa, study permit, or work permit have to undergo medical examination by a Designated Medical Practitioner. Visitors staying in Canada for less than 6 months generally do not require medical examination. However, a medical examination is required if you intend …

Off-Campus Work Permit for International Students in Canada

International student who is studying in Canada using a valid study permit may apply for Off-Campus Work Permit (OCWP) after meeting the basic eligibility criteria. Foreign student must be enrolled in a full-time study program by a qualifying Canadian college/university. The OCWP enables the international students to work 20 hours …

New Improved Rules for Live-in Caregivers and Foreign Workers

Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Jason Kenney announced new rules to strengthen Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program. He said: The government is taking action to protect temporary foreign workers, including live-in caregivers, from potential abuse and exploitation. We owe it to them, their employers and all Canadians to ensure …

Changes to Canadian Live-in Caregiver Program

Government of Canada has made changes to the laws governing live-in caregivers working in Canada under the Live-in Caregiver Program effective April 01, 2010. The live-in Caregivers now have following two options for calculating their work experience to become eligible for application as permanent resident: 24 months of authorized full-time …