Immigrate after Studying

Canada allows students who have successfully graduated from their program of study at a Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

Below are some programs that can allow you to convert your study permit to a work permit or even permanent residence:

• Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP)
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
• Quebec Experience Class (PEQ)
• Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Provincial Nominee Programs

On completion of your study in Canada, international student, may apply for permanent residence through the provincial nominee program of their province making them eligible for Canadian permanent residence.

Provincial Nomination Programs with an International Graduate Category:

• Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP)
• British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP)
• Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
• Newfoundland & Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP)
• Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP)
• Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
• Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)
• Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)