difference ? PMM please help out to clear this

[Mesha]

what is the difference between SPP student and student of GENERAL category?

[Melanie86]

Hi,

The basic difference is the proof of funds u show,

For SPP u need  to show an educational loan  equal or more than 80% of ur tuition fees and living expenses for 1 yr in canada. in general u can show the funds in ur or ur sponsorsz account.

SPP is faster processin wid lesser documents but there is a list of canada colleges that fall into this category. Check this link for more info
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/india-inde/visas/StudentPartnersProgram_ProgrammePartenairesEtudiants-Nov09.aspx?view=d

There will also be a different checklist

[Mesha]

Thanks Malanie..

i have few contacts over there in canada.
and i have heard that SPP students are allowed to work for 20 hrs/week during study.

is it??

[scylla]

There is no different between the working rules for SPP students and general students.

You can work on campus (at the school) as soon you arrive.

After you have completed 6 months of study - you will be able to apply for an off campus work permit if you attend one of the following schools:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/institutions/participants.asp

[Mesha]

ok.
thanks scylla