Just pulled from CIC's website regarding if you need proof of funds if you are in CA on the PGWP, but do not have the amount they require to apply for PR. SUCCESS:for PGWP you only need a letter from the SCHOOL or transcript. not a letter from the employer. its an open work permit hence proof of employment is not needed
If you are invited to apply under the Federal Skilled Worker Program or Federal Skilled Trades Program, you will need to show that you meet the settlement funds requirement unless you:
- are currently authorized to work in Canada, and
- have a valid job offer from an employer in Canada
Conclusion: If you find a decent job during the 1 year PGWP, and you have all the points for an ITA at this stage, then PR becomes a breeze? Then I don't need to worry at all about the financial requirements once I arrive there, graduate, earn my extra EE points and then cheekily move onto the PGWP, maybe onto a bridging visa, and finally onto PR?
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