Study in Canada
A Canadian study permit allows you to stay in Canada for a set period to attend one of the country's educational institutions. The course determines the length of your stay in Canada.
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Designated learning institutions
Provinces and territories approve (or "designate") schools that can enrol international students. These schools are known as designated learning institutions (DLI).
If you need a study permit, your acceptance letter must be from a DLI. If it isn't, your visa application will be refused.
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International students' spouses or common-law partners are eligible for work permits valid for the same period as the study permit. An international student can apply for a work permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program once they have graduated. The work visa may be awarded for up to three years, depending on the length of the study programme.
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If you need assistance applying to study in Canada as an international student, extending your study permit, or learning about working while studying or after graduation, PeachTree Visa Services is here to help.