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Ottawa, March 22, 2024— On January 22, 2024, IRCC confirmed that international graduates of college programs delivered through a public-private curriculum licensing arrangement would no longer be eligible for a post-graduation work permit. This change will take effect on May 15, 2024, rather than the previously announced date of September 1, 2024. This means that international students who ...

Field of study requirement introduced for PGWP eligibility On September 18, IRCC announced that international students need to graduate from a field of study linked to occupations with long-term shortages to qualify for PGWPs. *These field of study requirements do not apply to university bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral graduates.

However, as of March 10, 2025, IRCC announced an important update, degree programs at public colleges and institutes will no longer have to meet specific field of study requirements to be eligible for a PGWP. In our guide, Canada’s Latest PGWP Changes: What It Means for You, we break down the most recent updates to help you stay informed.

Discover New PGWP changes for 2025, including language and field of study changes that impact your application process.

Major changes announced for Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit Canada. New PGWP requirements for language proficiency and field of study for international students.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore all the new rules that international students must keep in mind for 2025, from changes to post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility to new restrictions on off-campus work hours and updates to study permit applications. Let’s dive in.

Earlier this fall, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, study permit eligibility, and work permit rules. RRC Polytech has teams across the College looking into these changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program and has completed a review of the federal government’s eligibility list. We’ve ...

Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that foreign nationals can no longer apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) at the border, effective immediately.

The recent update from the IRCC regarding PGWP eligibility is a game-changer for international students, bringing clarity and assurance after a period of confusion.

On January 22nd, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced it is implementing changes to stabilize growth and decrease the number of international study permits for international students in 2024. Discover your options to study in Canada To better align the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) with these changes, IRCC announced updates to the programs’ eligibility

IRCC announced that the PGWP program will undergo changes to align more closely with labour market needs starting on November 1, 2024.

IRCC has made significant updates to the eligibility criteria for Post-Graduation Work Permits. Let us explore the implications of these changes, including the new fields of study eligible for PGWPs and the requirements that international students must meet to take advantage of this opportunity.

New PGWP rules 2024: Effective November 1, 2024, new language proficiency requirements are introduced as part of the PGWP application process. These updates aim to improve the integration of international graduates into Canada’s workforce, ensuring they possess the necessary language skills to succeed in the country’s labour market.

A new update allows more international students in Canada to meet the eligibility criteria for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP). Previously, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that the eligibility criteria for PGWPs were being changed.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently expanded the fields of study eligible for Post Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs). As of December 17, 2024, the PGWP-eligible fields of study include certain programs related to early childhood education and developmental service workers.

The proposed reduction of temporary residents from 6.5% of Canada’s total population to 5% will be reflected in the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan, which will be released by November 1, 2024. Graduates from programs at public colleges will remain eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) of up to three years if they graduate from a field of study linked to occupations in long ...

Recent updates from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) created a wave of uncertainty for international students aspiring to work in Canada post-graduation. A sudden change in the wording on the IRCC website led to concerns about tighter restrictions for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility.

Per the latest guidelines announced in September, Canada international students at various levels of study who apply for a PGWP after November 1, 2024, must meet additional field of study requirements to qualify for a work permit. Read the article to know more.

In recent years, Canada has become a top destination for international students, offering high-quality education and post-graduation work opportunities. The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program has been a significant incentive for students choosing Canada as their study destination, allowing them to gain valuable work experience in the country after completing their studies. In 2025, the ...