Applied PGWP, but study permit is expiring soon

[shivam.20292]

Hello,

I've applied for the Post Graduate Work Permit on June 4, 2018. However, my visa is expiring on July 30, 2018 and my study permit states that I MUST leave Canada by July 30, 2018.

My question is whether I will have to leave Canada if I don't get decision on my work permit before that date? The reason being, it takes longer to get decision from CIC.

Thanks in advance!

 

[russ6970]

As you applied for the PGWP while your study permit was still valid, you are on implied status. So you can stay in Canada until you get a decision

 

[shivam.20292]

As you applied for the PGWP while your study permit was still valid, you are on implied status. So you can stay in Canada until you get a decision

Great, thanks! So, would the implied status be considered authorized?

 

[russ6970]

Yes, my study permit ended on September the 1st but didn't get my PGWP until November. Just remember you cannot leave Canada though (even for a holiday) until you get a decision. I even continued working while on implied status.
Can I work while I am waiting to receive my post-graduation work permit?
You can work full-time while waiting for a decision on your post-graduation work permit application if, at the time you submitted your application, you:

• had a valid study permit,
• had completed your program of study,
• were eligible to work off-campus without a permit, and
• did not work off-campus more than 20 hours a week during academic sessions.