Post graduate work permit and CEC visa enquiry

[mikenz000]

Hi guys,

I am a 37 year old intending to enroll as a full-time student at a "private career college" (probably TRIOS COLLEGE) in Ontario next year. I would greatly appreciate it if fellow forum members could assist in clarifying the following questions:

1) As of 1st June 2014, the Canadian Immigration generated a list of "Designated Institutions". However, I noticed that there is another similar list called "the list of participating institutions". Can someone please explain the differences between the above mentioned lists? Also, please advise which list I should follow, taking into consideration that I am an International student.

2) If I decide to enroll at a "private career college" in Ontario as a full-time student, will I be eligible to work off campus?

3) Also, would my graduation from a "private career college" (from the Canadian Immigration's list of "designated institutions") satisfy the requirements for me to subsequently apply for a "Post Graduate Work Permit"?

4) Assuming I am granted the post graduate work permit which will be valid for 10 months (equivalent to the length of my studies), will I then be eligible to apply for a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) visa? According to the immigration website, one has to fulfill 1 year of work period within 3 years to be eligible for CEC. If I do not qualify, what steps can I take to fulfill the 1 year work period requirement? Could I perhaps do 2 courses (one after the other) so that I would have chalked up 20 months worth of study period?

5) If my spouse accompanies me throughout the duration of my studies, will he be allowed to work in Canada? (If so, how many hours per week?)

6) Lastly, my 8 year old son will also accompany me throughout the duration of my studies in Canada. Is it necessary for me to apply for a study permit for my son? Also, how much would the public school fees for my son cost per annum, if any?

Looking forward to your response.

Thanks and God Bless

-Anna-

 

[J5M]

Hi,

Hi guys,

I am a 37 year old intending to enroll as a full-time student at a "private career college" (probably TRIOS COLLEGE) in Ontario next year. I would greatly appreciate it if fellow forum members could assist in clarifying the following questions:

1) As of 1st June 2014, the Canadian Immigration generated a list of "Designated Institutions". However, I noticed that there is another similar list called "the list of participating institutions". Can someone please explain the differences between the above mentioned lists? Also, please advise which list I should follow, taking into consideration that I am an International student.

2) If I decide to enroll at a "private career college" in Ontario as a full-time student, will I be eligible to work off campus?

3) Also, would my graduation from a "private career college" (from the Canadian Immigration's list of "designated institutions") satisfy the requirements for me to subsequently apply for a "Post Graduate Work Permit"?

4) Assuming I am granted the post graduate work permit which will be valid for 10 months (equivalent to the length of my studies), will I then be eligible to apply for a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) visa? According to the immigration website, one has to fulfill 1 year of work period within 3 years to be eligible for CEC. If I do not qualify, what steps can I take to fulfill the 1 year work period requirement? Could I perhaps do 2 courses (one after the other) so that I would have chalked up 20 months worth of study period?

5) If my spouse accompanies me throughout the duration of my studies, will he be allowed to work in Canada? (If so, how many hours per week?)

6) Lastly, my 8 year old son will also accompany me throughout the duration of my studies in Canada. Is it necessary for me to apply for a study permit for my son? Also, how much would the public school fees for my son cost per annum, if any?

Looking forward to your response.

Thanks and God Bless

-Anna-

1. 'List of Participation Institutions' is now null & void. You must follow the 'List of Designated Institutions'.
2. Yes if school is designated one.
3. No. Only degree courses from private schools (designated) are qualified for PGWP.
4. You won't be eligible for CEC. You can do 2 courses & get PGWP of 1+ year.
5. Full time under Open Work Permit.
6. Study Permit required, can apply inside Canada. Fees: check with school.

 

[mikenz000]

Thank you very much for your insights. Appreciate it.

Anna.

 

[canuck_in_uk]

6) Lastly, my 8 year old son will also accompany me throughout the duration of my studies in Canada. Is it necessary for me to apply for a study permit for my son? Also, how much would the public school fees for my son cost per annum, if any?

If you guys are visa-exempt, your son won't need a study permit. He can enter Canada as a visitor (ask for a visitor record at the border for the same length as your permit) and attend school without a study permit.

If you guys are non visa-exempt, then you should just apply for his study permit along with yours.

I haven't seen an elementary school charge fees for a child of work or study permit holders.

 

[mikenz000]

If you guys are visa-exempt, your son won't need a study permit. He can enter Canada as a visitor (ask for a visitor record at the border for the same length as your permit) and attend school without a study permit.

If you guys are non visa-exempt, then you should just apply for his study permit along with yours.

I haven't seen an elementary school charge fees for a child of work or study permit holders.

Hi, many tks for the info.

Just to clarify, what exactly do u mean by visa-exempt? I'm from Singapore btw, and when I checked with the Canadian Embassy in S'pore, they suggested that I apply a study permit for my son (It is part of the check list). Is the Canadian embassy in S'pore merely playing it safe?

Its really heartening to hear that I would not have to pay school fees for my son. Just to be sure, this applies (no school fees) even if I enroll in a public college diploma program and NOT an undergraduate program? Tks

Rgds,
Anna

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Just to clarify, what exactly do u mean by visa-exempt? I'm from Singapore btw, and when I checked with the Canadian Embassy in S'pore, they suggested that I apply a study permit for my son (It is part of the check list). Is the Canadian embassy in S'pore merely playing it safe?

Its really heartening to hear that I would not have to pay school fees for my son. Just to be sure, this applies (no school fees) even if I enroll in a public college diploma program and NOT an undergraduate program? Tks

Visa-exempt means you don't require a TRV to enter Canada. Singapore is visa-exempt. They are playing it safe by telling you to apply for a study permit; he can enter Canada as a visitor and attend school without one.


Here is the link from CIC http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study-minors.asp

Exceptions: Studying without a study permit

In some cases, minor children do not need a study permit to study in Canada. These cases include:

- minor children attending kindergarten;
- minor children who are refugees or refugee claimants, or whose parents are refugees or refugee claimants; and
- minor children who are already in Canada with parents who are allowed to work or study in Canada, and who want to attend pre-school, primary or secondary school.



As for his school fees, the schools go by the fact that you hold a study permit; it doesn't matter which program or school you are attending.

 

[mikenz000]

Noted, thank you so much for taking the time to clarify.