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Can i study in Canada while i have closed work permit

viprsh81

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Apr 16, 2018
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Hi,
I recently moved here from Indian on a closed work permit. However, I am planning to apply for a 1-year diploma program. As far as I know, You can apply for a study permit if you have a valid work permit through IEC.
I checked an article here: https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=934&top=25 and it said IEC is not meant for foreign youth who plan to study in Canada for more than six months during their IEC participation. If you want to study in Canada for more than six months, you must apply for a study permit. What does it mean? Are they saying that if I apply for a 1-year program then my work Visa will become Invalid?

I also came to know that only some people can apply for a study permit from inside Canada. You can not apply for a study permit while you are in Canada. Any thoughts?