Study Permit Extension, MACS Co-op Program, Convocation After Permit Expiry (Dalhousie)

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Hi everyone,

I'm an international student from India, currently in the Master of Applied Computer Science (MACS) program at Dalhousie University (co-op stream). I need to apply for a study permit extension and have a few questions. Here's my situation:

Background:

• Started Fall 2025, program is 5 terms total
• Final term is a co-op work term (January–April 2027)
• Current study permit expires April 30, 2027
• Convocation is expected mid-May or June 2027
• Since my permit expires before convocation, my university's immigration services advised me to apply for an extension so I'm not rushing a PGWP application with incomplete documents
• Already have a co-op permit which is also valid till 30th April 2027.

My questions:

1. Unofficial transcript : I've only completed 2 out of 5 terms so far. Will an unofficial transcript be accepted for the extension application, or does IRCC expect an official one?
2. Medial Exam: Will I have to go through a medical examination again?, the last medical with which I initially applied for study permit was with IRCC was issued on 25th March 2025.
3. Financial documents: I have a GIC certificate and CIBC bank statements for the past 6 months. Is that enough, or will IRCC also expect financial documents from my parents' side (bank statements, sponsorship letter, etc.)?
4. Letter of explanation / SOP: Beyond explaining why I need the extension (convocation falls after permit expiry), is there anything else I should address in this letter? For example, academic progress, future plans, ties to home country, etc.?

Appreciate any input from people who've been in a similar situation. Thanks! @Naturgrl if you can help me with this please.