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The essentials to know

Make sure you choose a program in a designated establishment, of at least 900 hours, so that you can subsequently obtain a post-graduation work permit (PTPD).

Check the list of designated institutions to see if your program gives you the opportunity to obtain a PTPD at the end of your studies.

Study in Canada

Good to know

For French and Belgian citizens , there are agreements signed with Quebec for certain study programs, which gives access at the same rate as a Quebec student.

You can perfectly enroll in a school, without going through an organization .

If you are studying at the master's or doctoral level, or a professional program at university level, your spouse can apply for an open work permit in this case.

Find a study program

I do not provide advice on finding an institution or obtaining an admission letter. However, you can search the following links for study programs:

Stay working after studying

Having studied in Canada can open doors for you to obtain an open work permit. Check if your program gives you access to a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

In Quebec

In Quebec, if you studied in French in one of the eligible programs, you can access permanent residence directly.

Elsewhere in Canada

If you complete a study program outside Quebec, you will have to meet the conditions of one of the skilled worker programs to obtain permanent residence.

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