Search results

So no one here is offended by the fact that these people came to Canada as students, didn't study, and were rewarded for it? By the way, not attending an academic institution while in Canada on a study permit is most certainly fraud. You add the fact the other spouse was able to milk a work...

Thanks Hannah - good answer. I'm not interested in reporting these people to CIC. Am I disappointed that they found a way to circumvent the system.. .yes I am. In my opinion they did commit fraud because I think they knowingly withheld material info when they applied to the PNP. I think they...

1) yes, it is possible to know that people came to CDA on study permits and didn't study - and then received PR. 2) could you clarify why I should contact a lawyer? 3) yes, you're right...the case I presented doesn't add up - presumably because misrepresentation took place. 4) this OWP...

Great answer ...thanks. In your opinion...would someone holding a study permit who doesn't attend school constitute fraud or misrepresentation? And what about concealing the fact that they were students in order to make themselves eligible for a PNP stream - would that not constitute fraud...

Some more detail: They came originally for a year to study english - when their first SP was about to expire they applied to University and received acceptance letters to do degree programs. They used the acceptance letters to renew their SP for 3 more years. After receipt of their new study...

They both definitely came to CDA as students (3 year SP) and one of them did switch to an OWP based on the other spouse's SP. I have absolutely no intention of "getting invoved" - I'm not even Canadian. The info I presented is 100% factual.

Hi everyone, Semi-related question here: I know someone who (along with their spouse) came to Canada on 3 year study permits. They did not end up going to university. Instead, one spouse switched their study permit to an open work permit while the other spouse dropped-out of school and did not...

Hi everyone, Semi-related question here: I know someone who (along with their spouse) came to Canada on 3 year study permits. They did not end up going to university. Instead, one spouse switched their study permit to an open work permit while the other spouse dropped-out of school and did not...

Dear Innoco, Pls don't drink and drive anymore - I knew people who were killed by drunk drivers and I know drunk drivers who've been thrown in jail. Impaired driving ruins lives. I hope you've learned a lesson and wish you all the best! By the way, Taxis are a lot less expensive than...

The linked website quotes a directive from Chris Alexander (the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration) - this is clearly stated within the link. The rule took effect on Dec 31st 2013. Pls re-visit the source if you need confirmation...

Didn't mean to offend...my apologies. In your case you're probably fine because you're a skilled worker...the point I'm trying to make is that if an international student drops out of school or finishes early and either doesn't find a skilled job or chooses not to apply for a PG work permit...

The following quote relates to open work permits that were granted based on a WP that was granted to another foreign national (ie a spouse). Similar situation ...I think. I think this rule contradicts your earlier statement that SOWPs can't be revoked. A work permit may be revoked if: (e)...

"There is absolutely nothing that states that a person's work permit is invalidated when their spouse stops studying. Once the work permit is issued, it is separate from the study permit and valid until it expires." There is nothing that says it won't be (or can't be) revoked either... You...

Hi AK2, The link I provided means that the right to work in Canada comes with certain conditions and if those conditions are no longer being met then the student/worker may lose their right to work. That's how I understand it... If the right to work could not be revoked than anyone with a...

If the following rule applies to International Students who have work permits then why wouldn't it also apply to their spouses who have open work permits connected to their study permits? "You must stop working on the day you no longer meet the above eligibility requirements (e.g., if you are...

Hi, When did you do your medicals? When do they expire? Thanks

I've done a lot of research on this topic and I can't seem to find a straight answer. But, in my opinion, the spouse with the open work permit should stop working once the their partner (spouse) stops studying full-time. To qualify for an open work permit the rules are quite clear...the...

Hi, I'll do my best to help - but I must stress that my advice should not replace the advice of a qualified immigration professional. First, the bad news - because your application was returned the new citizenship rules will most likely apply to you. CIC was probably flooded with incomplete...

If you're out of status I don't believe you can apply for a BOWP - you need a valid WP that's due to expire in the next 4 months and a provincial nomination that isn't connected to any particular employer. I had a friend who applied for a BOWP (after their nomination certificate had expired)...