Hello everyone,
I hope you're all doing well. I've been researching this topic lately but have come across mixed information, so I’m hoping to get some clarification here.
I’m a protected person, and my case was accepted in November 2022. I submitted my PR application on July 6, 2023, and it’s currently in progress. Based on current processing times, I don’t expect to receive my PR until sometime next year.
Initially, I planned to start a trades foundation course in September 2025, after receiving my PR, since the estimated processing time was 23 months. However, I’m now considering enrolling in the September intake regardless of my PR status. The program is 9 months long, so I would need to apply for a study permit.
Currently, I hold a work permit and would like to continue working with my current employer while studying. This would allow me to accumulate apprenticeship hours toward my next trade level and help meet my financial needs.
My question is: as a protected person, is it possible to hold both a study permit and a work permit at the same time? Some websites suggest that it is, but I’m looking for confirmation. Or, if I get a study permit, would I be limited to working only 24 hours per week like international students?
Thank you very much in advance for your help!
I hope you're all doing well. I've been researching this topic lately but have come across mixed information, so I’m hoping to get some clarification here.
I’m a protected person, and my case was accepted in November 2022. I submitted my PR application on July 6, 2023, and it’s currently in progress. Based on current processing times, I don’t expect to receive my PR until sometime next year.
Initially, I planned to start a trades foundation course in September 2025, after receiving my PR, since the estimated processing time was 23 months. However, I’m now considering enrolling in the September intake regardless of my PR status. The program is 9 months long, so I would need to apply for a study permit.
Currently, I hold a work permit and would like to continue working with my current employer while studying. This would allow me to accumulate apprenticeship hours toward my next trade level and help meet my financial needs.
My question is: as a protected person, is it possible to hold both a study permit and a work permit at the same time? Some websites suggest that it is, but I’m looking for confirmation. Or, if I get a study permit, would I be limited to working only 24 hours per week like international students?
Thank you very much in advance for your help!
