PGWP after extending study permit twice due to family crisis?

[ValerieO]

Hi, so I lost my only parent 2 years ago and went through a very hard time mentally. I tried to stay in a couple classes each semester to keep my study permit, but i have had to extend it twice and been part time for a couple semesters due to that. I am currently getting my mental health in check and have finally been able to finish my program. i wasnt working while i was part time at all, and only took a lighter load due to health and family reasons. Would I still qualify for PGWP or have to get a job offer? Thank you.

 

[canuck78]

It will be up to CIC. I would include all the information about the death of your parents and proof of any medical/psychological care you were pursuing during the period of your part-time studies.

 

[Murich]

sorry for hearing that.
did u take authorization to leave from your school?

 

[scylla]

Hi, so I lost my only parent 2 years ago and went through a very hard time mentally. I tried to stay in a couple classes each semester to keep my study permit, but i have had to extend it twice and been part time for a couple semesters due to that. I am currently getting my mental health in check and have finally been able to finish my program. i wasnt working while i was part time at all, and only took a lighter load due to health and family reasons. Would I still qualify for PGWP or have to get a job offer? Thank you.

By the rules, you do not qualify for a PGWP and should be expecting a refusal. However there's always some small chance that the visa officer processing your application may make an exception.

I woiuld recommend that you start looking for a job offer and an employer who is willing to go through the LMIA process in case your PGWP is refused.

 

[jjj123545]

Hi, so I lost my only parent 2 years ago and went through a very hard time mentally. I tried to stay in a couple classes each semester to keep my study permit, but i have had to extend it twice and been part time for a couple semesters due to that. I am currently getting my mental health in check and have finally been able to finish my program. i wasnt working while i was part time at all, and only took a lighter load due to health and family reasons. Would I still qualify for PGWP or have to get a job offer? Thank you.

You got your pgwp?? Any update?