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The Canadian government has recognized that when students have obtained education in Canada they integrate very well into the Canadian workforce and can provide valuable skills to the Canadian labour market as well as make ideal permanent residents. Accordingly, there are several ways for students to gain work experience, both while studying in Canada and after graduation.

Students are able to work part time while they are pursuing their studies. Previously, this was through the Off-Campus Work Permit Program. This program required that students attend their program of study at a designated college or university on a full-time basis for at least six months and that following this initial six-month period they were able to work 20 hours per week during school and full time during school breaks until the completion of their studies. However, this has changed and for the better!

As of June 1, 2014, it is easier for international students to gain work experience in Canada. Students attending a designated learning institution on a full-time basis are able to work up to 20 hours per week while attending classes. Currently your study permit entitles you to work on a part-time basis while studying full time. You are also permitted to work full time during class breaks such as the summer and holidays. This gives international students an opportunity to get valuable Canadian work experience while completing their studies.

Students in Canada attending designated learning institutions are now able to work without a work permit and start immediately. Once students have a study permit, they may work up to 20 hours a week and only for the duration of their educational program. During school breaks and summer or winter holidays, students are eligible to work on a full-time basis. Students must be in full-time attendance at a designated learning institution (see the list of eligible schools: www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/institutions/participants.asp).

Following graduation, students are then eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit of up to three years duration, depending on the length of their course of studies. The course of studies must be full time and at least eight months long in order for students to qualify. This is an open work permit, and students can work in any field either full time or part time. Part-time work may affect your ability to apply for permanent residence; for example, the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) requires students to have one year of full-time work experience which is defined as being a minimum of 30 hours per week. If you are working part time, you will need to have two or more part-time jobs that provide you with at least 30 hours or more of work per week. Students who apply for the postgraduate work permit must do so within 90 days from receiving written confirmation from their school that they have completed their studies and are eligible to receive a degree or certificate. Also, your study permit must be still valid.