Can international student with co op work permit apply for bridging work permit

[Maria19882211]

Hi, im a student in Toronto, my school doesnt qualify for PGWP. I have study permit and co op work permit. I applied for Express Entry (FSW). There is no draw because of pandemic. Can I apply for Bridging work permit? What are my other options to stay in Canada after my studeis. Thank you

 

[scylla]

Hi, im a student in Toronto, my school doesnt qualify for PGWP. I have study permit and co op work permit. I applied for Express Entry (FSW). There is no draw because of pandemic. Can I apply for Bridging work permit? What are my other options to stay in Canada after my studeis. Thank you

No, you cannot apply for a BOWP. If you want to stay in Canada and work then your need to find an employer who is willing to give you a job offer and also obtain an approved LMIA so that you can apply for a closed work permit. The other option is to take a second full time program at a school that qualifies your for a PGWP.

 

[Maria19882211]

Hi, thank you for your answer. According to ircc questionaire co op permit is valid work permit and it gives you option do apply for bridging work permit. I am confused.

 

[scylla]

Hi, thank you for your answer. According to ircc questionaire co op permit is valid work permit and it gives you option do apply for bridging work permit. I am confused.

Do you have ITA? Have you submitted your complete application post ITA? Based on your first post the answer is no. No ITA = no BOWP.

 

[Maria19882211]

So if I have ITA , I can aply for BOWP?

 

[scylla]

So if I have ITA , I can aply for BOWP?

If you received ITA, submit your complete application and recieve the acknowledgement back and your work permit is still valid then you can apply for the BOWP. You want to aim for a score of 480+ to have a good chance at ITA.