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Kossyfelicia:
Please in my OFFER LETTER I saw Co work-optional. Does it mean I can't work while in school?😂

I choose course with PGWP.

I got admission from many schools some said on the offer letter that co-op work was optional. The school I later settled for stated that co-op work was mandatory.

While I was filling form for study permit I saw where it was asked if work was essential part of my study and I said 'NO'.

When my study permit was approved and I went back to check my offer letter I realized that my offer letter stated co-op work and I filled in study permit that work wasn't essential party of my study.

I quickly mailed my school and informed them the mistake I made. My school told me when I arrive in Canada at the port of entry once the officer at the POE issue me my study permit I should read through it before leaving. If I discover that the permit doesn't permit me to work in or off campus, I should call the attention of the officer and tell them to change it.

The school sent me a mail I should show to the officers at the POE telling them that my permit must include "allowing me work in or off campus"

The school also told me that From April 2026, Canada stopped giving co-op work permit separately from study permit (Meaning that before April 2026, co-op permit and study permit used to be separate). The school said I must make sure my study permit allows me to work in Canada.

The school sent me a mail I need to show to the officer at the POE to include work in my study permit.

AbelAbdul:
I got admission from many schools some said on the offer letter that co-op work was optional. The school I later settled for stated that co-op work was mandatory.

While I was filling form for study permit I saw where it was asked if work was essential part of my study and I said 'NO'.

When my study permit was approved and I went back to check my offer letter I realized that my offer letter stated co-op work and I filled in study permit that work wasn't essential party of my study.

I quickly mailed my school and informed them the mistake I made. My school told me when I arrive in Canada at the port of entry once the officer at the POE issue me my study permit I should read through it before leaving. If I discover that the permit doesn't permit me to work in or off campus, I should call the attention of the officer and tell them to change it.

The school sent me a mail I should show to the officers at the POE telling them that my permit must include "allowing me work in or off campus"

The school also told me that From April 2026, Canada stopped giving co-op work permit separately from study permit (Meaning that before April 2026, co-op permit and study permit used to be separate). The school said I must make sure my study permit allows me to work in Canada.

The school sent me a mail I need to show to the officer at the POE to include work in my study permit.

So now since my Own course is Co-Op Optional. Should I choose Yes or No?

in this question (if work was essential part of my study)

Kossyfelicia:
Please in my OFFER LETTER I saw Co work-optional. Does it mean I can't work while in school?😂

I choose course with PGWP.

Visit this IRCC link read f, v and w to know if you will be eligible to work as a student in Canada

https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-2002-227/section-186.html

Kossyfelicia:
So now since my Own course is Co-Op Optional. Should I choose Yes or No?

in this question (if work was essential part of my study)

Choose NO if it's optional

Do not pay anyone a penny to process your study permit. If you can read simple instructions and understand them, you can do it on your own.

justwise pls sanitize this thread.

legendbarak:
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Okay thanks, the course does not offer Co-op(work placement) but it is PGWP Eligible

Co-op programs in my humble opinion are the best because the 12 to 18 weeks you spend counts towards your Canadian work experience which is important for people who want to take PGWP. It counts towards finding good jobs that request Canadian work experience and also for provinces that need you to work at least 6 months in qualified fields for provincial nomination.

Mavor:
Co-op programs in my humble opinion are the best because the 12 to 18 weeks you spend counts towards your Canadian work experience which is important for people who want to take PGWP. It counts towards finding good jobs that request Canadian work experience and also for provinces that need you to work at least 6 months in qualified fields for provincial nomination.

No province in canada accepts co op work experience as eligible qualification in pnp nominations as you are still an international student!

Predator188:
No province in canada accepts co op work experience as eligible qualification in pnp nominations as you are still an international student!

Fair correction — co-op doesn't count for CEC or most PNP experience requirements (FSWP and AIP are exceptions), but its real value is landing the job that generates the experience that does count.

Mavor:
Fair correction — co-op doesn't count for CEC or most PNP experience requirements (FSWP and AIP are exceptions), but its real value is landing the job that generates the experience that does count.

May be on FSWP, however requirements are high for co op ,you'll need a minimum of 1 yr of continous work without gaps and for 30hrs per week, 1,560hrs per year and must earn wages!

Ask your organization for PAYE certificate

Mavor:
The GIC account is in my name but my bank is asking for 3 years tax clearance certificate which I don't have as all my taxes are PAYE, deducted at source by my employer. As such, I will not bother with the GIC. Working on paying the full 2 years tuition this week.

Hello everyone

Please I wanna start the application for Canada study visa against the January resumption but I don’t know anything about the process. I studied mass communication for my undergrad so I want to do my masters in anything related to media, marketing, advertising etc. please which schools are good and affordable? I will appreciate any help or information 🙏

abimonile97:
PPR ALERT!!!!!

Typing this with tears of joy and a heart full of gratitude! This journey has truly tested my patience and faith, but i'm here today to say GOD DID!

Which school are you going to please.

dsureguy:
Ask your organization for PAYE certificate

Please what is PAYE certificate exactly

I'm shocked at the slow pace of this page this year.

Is it that people aren't applying or they're just applying low key

Why is the bank asking for 3 years PAYE, do you want to use Form A to fund your GIC account?

Mavor:
Please what is PAYE certificate exactly

Hi
I saw your post about your son's admission being rejected because of transcript issues, so sorry to hear that
I'm also planning to apply to study in Canada Fall 2027 and I've been researching some affordable schools and their requirements
Eg. University of Saskatchewan
University of Alberta
University of New Brunswick
University of Guelph
University Newfoundland
Dalhousie university
Please I'm new with the whole application process can we connect to help each other with the whole process

creolehunt:
Can anyone recommend a Canadian Uni or College that doesn't require your school sending your transcript.

My nephew graduated from Uniben and they made him lose his admission Newfoundland last year due to their inability to send his transvript Despite several requests. Though he has the soft copy and also a sealed copy he got from the exams and records unit.

Can someone recommend a uni or college that accepts the sealed transcript as substitute for his uni sending a copy

same as TAX clearance... Your employee gets it

Mavor:
Please what is PAYE certificate exactly

ATTAHDYE:
Why is the bank asking for 3 years PAYE, do you want to use Form A to fund your GIC account?

that was the initial plan and they are asking for 3 years tax clearance certificate. Regardless, I have decided not to stress with GIC. I have paid my 2 year tuition fees upfront. and will go with that plus my USD and Naira bank statements.

dsureguy:
same as TAX clearance... Your employee gets it

Thank you.

Hi! I've also just started preparing for the fall 2027 admission, but I've decided on Dal and Sask. Depending on your program, Dal needs a confirmation of a supervisor for admission, while Sask doesn't require it. May I ask what program you're going for?

Mario33BXM:
Hi
I saw your post about your son's admission being rejected because of transcript issues, so sorry to hear that
I'm also planning to apply to study in Canada Fall 2027 and I've been researching some affordable schools and their requirements
Eg. University of Saskatchewan
University of Alberta
University of New Brunswick
University of Guelph
University Newfoundland
Dalhousie university
Please I'm new with the whole application process can we connect to help each other with the whole process

maralina:
Hello everyone, is there anyone going to Lambton College Sarnia Campus this Fall 2026? I would like to
Connect please. Thank you

I am.

DM on WhatsApp
08067100962

ok that's nice
i'm applying for a masters program in public health what about you

Chelseaboy101:
Hi! I've also just started preparing for the fall 2027 admission, but I've decided on Dal and Sask. Depending on your program, Dal needs a confirmation of a supervisor for admission, while Sask doesn't require it. May I ask what program you're going for?

Mine is Msc in Agriculture. .. If you're leaning towards Dal, you should check out the professors in that faculty.

Mario33BXM:
ok that's nice
i'm applying for a masters program in public health what about you

I know you missed me AbelAbdul I am back from my mini European trip... I talked about

I visited France and the UK, and while Canada isn't perfect, this trip made me even more grateful that I chose Canada

My Lord... I can definitely visit Europe, but I don't see the European lifestyle being a good fit for me at all....my only pain is the canadian dollars is shit abroad ..now I am back to contribue to the group I love the most

creolehunt:
I'm shocked at the slow pace of this page this year.

Is it that people aren't applying or they're just applying low key

Low key not everyone is free with sharing their story but trust me people are getting enought information from this page

Classicolalered:
Hello everyone

Please I wanna start the application for Canada study visa against the January resumption but I don’t know anything about the process. I studied mass communication for my undergrad so I want to do my masters in anything related to media, marketing, advertising etc. please which schools are good and affordable? I will appreciate any help or information 🙏

Master's in Media, Marketing, or Advertising? Hmm... what is your end goal for studying in Canada?

Do you simply want to earn a master's degree in Canada, or is your goal to get an education, work for a few years, and eventually apply for permanent residency (PR)?

If your plan is to work and then qualify for PR, I don't want to be harsh, but I do want to be honest with you. Media, Marketing, and Advertising are generally not programs that lead to jobs that qualify for many of Canada's category-based Express Entry draws. As I asked earlier, it really depends on what you want to achieve in Canada...

I am not discouraging you from coming to Canada. I just want you to do more research on programs that could better position you for success after graduation, especially if your long-term goal is employment and permanent residency.

As for cheaper schools, "cheap" is relative. What is affordable for you may not be affordable for me. However, in general, for master's programs, Memorial University is one of the most affordable universities in Canada

If you're looking at colleges, some of the more affordable are College of the North Atlantic, Lambton College, Fanshawe College, Bow Valley College

so do small research by yourself ask queations here people that know more than me are here also do not set yourself up to fail in the long run PLEASE

Mhustle:
Hello everyone,

Please, is it possible for an undergraduate student going for 2 years diploma to get approved for study permit? Specifically for skilled trade courses? I will appreciate it if anyone can reply me.

Can someone please reply my question if you have an answer for me ?

amnotapervert:
Master's in Media, Marketing, or Advertising? Hmm... what is your end goal for studying in Canada?

Do you simply want to earn a master's degree in Canada, or is your goal to get an education, work for a few years, and eventually apply for permanent residency (PR)?

If your plan is to work and then qualify for PR, I don't want to be harsh, but I do want to be honest with you. Media, Marketing, and Advertising are generally not programs that lead to jobs that qualify for many of Canada's category-based Express Entry draws. As I asked earlier, it really depends on what you want to achieve in Canada...

I am not discouraging you from coming to Canada. I just want you to do more research on programs that could better position you for success after graduation, especially if your long-term goal is employment and permanent residency.

As for cheaper schools, "cheap" is relative. What is affordable for you may not be affordable for me. However, in general, for master's programs, Memorial University is one of the most affordable universities in Canada

If you're looking at colleges, some of the more affordable are College of the North Atlantic, Lambton College, Fanshawe College, Bow Valley College

so do small research by yourself ask queations here people that know more than me are here also do not set yourself up to fail in the long run PLEASE

Please, is it possible for an undergraduate student going for 2 years diploma to get approved for study permit? Specifically for skilled trade courses?

Mhustle:
Please, is it possible for an undergraduate student going for 2 years diploma to get approved for study permit? Specifically for skilled trade courses?

yes its very possible and thats a good program to go for skilled trade program

but what do you mean undergraduate student ? like you have not finished your undergraduate program?