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What is International Experience Canada (IEC)?

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada International Experience Canada (IEC) provides youth with the opportunity to travel and work in Canada. If you’re eligible, you’ll be placed into one or more pools of International Experience Canada (IEC) candidates. You’ll get a message in your account that confirms you are

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How to apply for Permanent Resident through Express Entry

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada 1. Fill out the online form Your Express Entry invitation to apply is valid for 60 days only. You should start filling out the online form right away so that you can get all the information and documents you

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Work off campus as an international student

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada On this page Who can work off-campus Get a Social Insurance Number to work in Canada How many hours can you work off-campus? Who can’t work off-campus If your study situation changed Working after you complete your study

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How to extend your study permit

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada If you want to stay in Canada but you are no longer studying You have a few options: apply for a work permit, if you finished studying and are eligible for a post-graduate work permit apply to change

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Get the right work permit for your situation

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Most foreign nationals need a work permit to work in Canada. If you’re not sure, you can find out if you need a work permit. Fees From $155 Processing time Varies by country Check application processing times Get the

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Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) for Express Entry

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada How we rank your Express Entry profile The Express Entry system lets us create a pool of candidates who may be eligible to immigrate to Canada permanently. You must be eligible for one of the immigration programs in

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What is the co-op work program and how can I apply?

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Work as a co–op student or intern Eligibility Some study programs include work experience as part of their curriculum. You can apply for a co-op or intern work permit if: you have a valid study permit work is

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What are the documents I need for Express Entry?

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada You need certain documents at different stages of the Express Entry application process. Documents for your profile You don’t need to upload documents to submit a profile, but you may need information from some or all of these

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Express Entry – Become a Permanent Resident

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada How Express Entry works Express Entry is an online system that we use to manage applications for permanent residence from skilled workers. Step 1: Find out if you’re eligible There are two ways to find out if you’re eligible

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What is Biometrics?

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Who needs to give their fingerprints and photo (biometrics) As of December 3, 2019, you need to give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics) if you’re applying within Canada as a foreign worker (including extending your work permit) international student (including

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How to apply for a study permit

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Get your documents ready Before you apply for a study permit, you need: an acceptance letter from a designated learning institution (DLI) a valid passport or travel document proof you can support yourself, and any family members who come with you,

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Let’s prepare for getting your study permit

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Prepare to study in Canada 1. Choosing a program and school In Canada, each province and territory is in charge of their own education system. Get more information about schools and the education system: EduCanada – information for international

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Can I become a Canadian citizen?

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Eligibility To be eligible to become a Canadian citizen, you must: be a permanent resident have lived in Canada for 3 out of the last 5 years have filed your taxes, if you need to show how well

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What is the Permanent Resident status like?

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada A permanent resident is someone who has been given permanent resident status by immigrating to Canada, but is not a Canadian citizen. Permanent residents are citizens of other countries. A person in Canada temporarily, like a student or foreign worker, is not a

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What is a Study Permit?

All information provided are directly from IRCC Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada What is a study permit? The study permit is a document we issue that allows foreign nationals to study at designated learning institutions (DLI) in Canada. Most foreign nationals need a study permit to study in Canada. Make sure you have all

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