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Trades Apprentices in Canada: Study without a study permit

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Trades Apprentices in Canada: Study without a study permit

If you are an apprentice looking to study in Canada without a study permit, as of February 26, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has permitted certain construction trades apprentices to study without acquiring a study permit. This policy is temporary and will last until February 26, 2027, so it is important to start now […]

Mar 18, 2025 Read More →
Will the Canadian Study Permit Cap Affect you?

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Will the Canadian Study Permit Cap Affect you?

With multiple caps placed on numerous immigration programs this year, IRCC announces study permit cap for 2025, however, they are still accepting applications until the cap is reached. The Department of Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has set specific guidelines to manage the number of study permit applications processed throughout the year. These guidelines have […]

Jan 24, 2025 Read More →
Canadian Border: Work and Study Permit Changes

Canadian Permanent Residence

Canadian Border: Work and Study Permit Changes

As part of the newly introduced Canada Border Plan, the Government of Canada announced a change affecting how work and study permits are processed at the border. As of December 23, 2024, flagpoling is no longer an option for individuals seeking to obtain or renew work and study permits at a port of entry. Flagpoling […]

Jan 5, 2025 Read More →
Canada’s New Rules for International Students

Canadian Permanent Residence

Canada’s New Rules for International Students

On November 15, 2024, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), announced that new regulations for international students would take effect immediately. These changes focus on the number of hours students are permitted to work during the academic school year and during holiday breaks. Other changes that have taken effect […]

Nov 20, 2024 Read More →
Canada Closes SDS and NSE Programs: International Students Required to Apply Through Regular Study Permit Stream

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Canada Closes SDS and NSE Programs: International Students Required to Apply Through Regular Study Permit Stream

On November 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the closure of Student Direct Stream (SDS) and Nigeria Student Express (NSE) programs. This announcement means that those hoping for faster processing times for study permits will no longer have this option and all applications will follow the respective processing times indicated on IRCC’s […]

Nov 13, 2024 Read More →
5 Steps for Applying for a Study Permit in Canada!

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5 Steps for Applying for a Study Permit in Canada!

Before you can come to study in Canada, there are a few simple steps you must take. It is important to know how to apply and exactly what documents to show the Canadian authorities. If you want to come to Canada for post-secondary education, read through our five simple steps for applying for your Canadian […]

May 28, 2024 Read More →
Top Six Advantages of Pursuing Higher Education in Canada Instead of the United States

International Students

Top Six Advantages of Pursuing Higher Education in Canada Instead of the United States

Speedy processing times for study permits, top-quality educational institutions, and an open and welcoming society are just some of the factors that influence international students when opting to study in Canada over the USA. Prospective students interested in moving abroad may be weighing the pros of studying in Canada over the USA. Though the USA […]

Oct 6, 2023 Read More →
5 Reasons Canadian Study Permit Applications Get Refused

International Students

5 Reasons Canadian Study Permit Applications Get Refused

Studying in Canada is a dream come true for many international students. When you receive a letter of acceptance from a Canadian school, it might seem like the hard part is over. However, the truth is that it can be a lot harder to get a Canadian study permit than you think and you could […]

Sep 18, 2023 Read More →