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Comparison of co-op work permits required during mandatory placements and the post-graduation work permit valid for up to three years

Co-op Work Permits for International Students in Canada: How They Differ From the PGWP

Caglar Aybas

International students hear “co-op work permit” and “PGWP” used almost interchangeably in casual conversation, which causes real confusion, because they’re ...

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Transferring Schools in Canada: When You Need a New Study Permit (and the PGWP Trap)

Caglar Aybas

If your study permit names your school, switching DLIs without a new permit can void your status and cost you your PGWP. When you need a new permit, how the PAL bottleneck works, and the 'reasonable progress' trap for repeat switchers.

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IRCC’s June 18 Study Permit Compliance Update: What International Students Must Check Now

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On June 18, 2026, IRCC sharpened how officers enforce study permit conditions - DLI transfers, program changes, and working during leave. Random audits are confirmed active. The full compliance checklist every student needs.

International student in Canada holding a laptop with a 24-hour work limit calendar, representing 2026 off-campus work rules for study permit holders.

How Many Hours Can International Students Work in Canada? (2026)

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International students in Canada can work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic sessions — and unlimited hours ...

International student in Canada working on a laptop with a 24-hour work rule graphic for 2026 study permit guidelines.

International Student Work Hours in Canada: The 24-Hour Rule Explained for 2026

Caglar Aybas

International students can work 24 hours per week off-campus in Canada in 2026. Here is how the rule actually works, what changed with co-op permits in April 2026, and how to track hours safely.

Canada announces $100M in scholarships for Indian students under new education measures

Canada announces $100M in scholarships for Indian students under new education measures

Caglar Aybas

Updated July 2026. On March 2, 2026, the Prime Minister’s Office announced the Canada-India Talent and Innovation Strategy — a ...

Canada's International Student Arrivals Plunges 97% Amid New IRCC Rules

Canada’s International Student Decline: The 97% Figure vs. What’s Really Happening

Caglar Aybas

Updated July 2026. IRCC data showing a “97% drop” in international student arrivals made headlines in early 2026 — but ...

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