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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
POST GRAD WORK PERMIT

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

As there are a record number of students who are choosing to study in Canada, many wish to be able to take that new diploma/degree and use it in the Canadian Work force. As the Canadian government is looking to retain talent that has already been trained locally, there is a Post Graduate work permit available which is a first step to the Canadian Experience which can be pivotal to the success of a Permanent Residency application. The Permit itself can be offered up to the length of the program but with a maximum duration of three (3) years but depends on the length of study.

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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

The following are the requirements for the Post Graduation Work Permit:
✅ Must have maintained full-time student status in Canada during each academic session of the program or programs of study they have completed and submitted as part of their post-graduation work permit application. Exceptions can be made if there were leave from studies or it was their final academic session.

✅ Must hold a study permit, held a valid study permit or were authorized to study in Canada without the requirement to obtain a study permit, within 180 days of the date of applying for the post-graduation work permit.

âś…Must have completed a program at a designated learning institution in Canada that is at least 8 months in duration leading to a degree, diploma or certificate.

✅Received official transcripts and an official letter confirming graduation from the program. 
It is important to note that you will not be eligible as per the Canadian Government regulations if you:
✅ Completed a program that is less than 8 months in length

âś…Participated in the Government of Canada Awards Program funded by GAC

✅ Obtained the Equal Opportunity Scholarship, Canada–Chile

✅  Participated in the Canada–China Scholars’ Exchange Program

✅ Participated in the Organization of American States Fellowships Program

✅ Completed the majority of the credits toward the completion of their program of study by distance learning

✅ Completed a program of study delivered by a non-Canadian institution located in Canada, regardless of their length of stay in Canada

PROGRAM PRIVILEGES

This work permit will allow you to work in Canada and gain valuable Canadian experience that will build on what you have studied in school. As an open work permit, this allows you liberties to work for any employer and not need an LMIA to switch positions or change employers. However, as the PGWP can only be issued once in a lifetime, you must use your work experience and time wisely.

Furthermore, you can gain skilled work experience which can be used to qualify for permanent residence, such as CEC. Additionally, you can also use this time to your advantage by cutting down the time that it would take to qualify for Canadian citizenship.

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COMMON TRAPS, PITFALLS AND MISCONCEPTIONS

While everyone’s case and circumstances are different, there are some common traps, pitfalls, and misconceptions when it comes to applying under this program. Here are some general and common ones we have experienced and encountered throughout the years:

OUR VALUE – HOW WE MAKE THIS EASY FOR YOU

We understand that information can be found on the Internet and there are lots of other consultants or lawyers out there, so things can certainly get confusing very quickly for you. However, our value is in our services and how can simplify a sometimes-complicated process while anticipating and proactively making this whole process easy for you, from the start to the end of your immigration journey. We will guide you and provide:


✅ Comprehensive documents required for the process, including information and tips that can’t be found on the IRCC website

✅ Personalized immigration advice and solutions that are tailored to your case

✅ Collaboration with a licensed immigration consultant who will communicate and represent your case on your behalf

✅ Support and Assistance through every stage of the process, from the application to the arrival in Canada.

MEET BRANDON MILLER - RCIC

Brandon is a Canadian government approved Immigration Consultant with CICC and is the founder of Maple Immigration Services. Brandon is passionate about everything immigration and enjoys not only helping people to come to Canada but seeing that they get integrated into the country. Although Brandon’s main focus is to provide immigration legal services, he has worked as a settlement counsellor; a volunteer to the regulatory body; and a teacher at a local college where he enjoys teaching and mentoring new immigration students. Brandon currently sits on the Queen's University National Advisory Committee which advises on the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law. Brandon is a published author (Second Passport) is the creator of "The Immigration Success System™" which is a complete solution for immigrating & settling successfully in Canada.
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