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PGWP from private schools

DMatja

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Aug 9, 2017
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hello

I have been in Canada on a study permit for almost 7 years. I first came to Canada at age 17 by myself with no knowledge on immigration and how the system works. I attended sheridan college and graduated from a 2 year diploma program with honors in 2012. I then went on to York university to continue my studies but 4 years later I was unsuccessful in my degree completion. I've lost interest and had a change of heart in what I wanted to do with my life. I decided to go back to school with a new career path. Because I am international, it is no secret that this has been extremely expensive for the past 7 years. I figured it would be a lot easier to gain my Permanent residence before going back to university. So this became my new goal. However my status as a student in Canada was expiring and With the help of an immigration consultant I renewed my status and I am now attending a private school ( Chellsey Insititute of Beauty and health ) taking a one year diploma program with hopes to apply for my post graduate work permit and then eventually my PR.

6 months into my program I am reading online that most if not all private schools are not eligible for the PGWP and from reading this forum that I should stay away from private schools completely.

Now I'm wondering what should be my next move. ( this new study permit only allows me to attend private non degree granting institutions)


Please can anyone help me?
 

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Yes - what you're studying now won't qualify you for a PGWP.

One option would be to get a new study permit and complete an additional degree or diploma - this time at a public institution so that you can qualify for a PGWP.

Another option would be to find an employer willing to offer you a full time job and who is also able to obtain an approved LMIA so that you can apply for a closed work permit tied to that specific employer.
 

DMatja

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Aug 9, 2017
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Yes - what you're studying now won't qualify you for a PGWP.

One option would be to get a new study permit and complete an additional degree or diploma - this time at a public institution so that you can qualify for a PGWP.

Another option would be to find an employer willing to offer you a full time job and who is also able to obtain an approved LMIA so that you can apply for a closed work permit tied to that specific employer.

Thank you so much for your response. Does this mean for the new study permit I will have to go back home if I decide not to follow through with this program at school? or can I apply for it while I am still here?

My boyfriend who has his PR also brought up the option of us getting married. Is that another option to look into at this point?