National · 3 updates
Canada's immigration authority issued a clarification on student work permits. Unauthorized work can lead to serious consequences and future permit refusals. Portage College advised protesting Indian students to seek legal counsel. Students must adhere to specific conditions for working while studying. Retaining important documents is crucial for future immigration processes.
Canada has updated study permit rules, increasing financial scrutiny for applicants. Immigration officers will now examine both the amount and source of applicant funds. This change broadens the assessment beyond previous high-risk environment considerations. Applicants may need to provide additional financial and employment documents for verification. The minimum financial requirement for study permits remains unchanged by these updates.
For study permit renewals, officers have also been instructed to assess whether applicants have sufficient funds for the first year following the extension.