PGWP and study permit

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1. Do I apply for PGWP and restoration together in one package?
2. How can I apply for the restoration of my study permit since I have technically graduated? Or do I apply for restoration of some other status? Please advise.
3. Also since I defended after my study permit expired does that mean that I studied "illegally" and will be kicked out of Canada? I'm freaked out. Please tell me what I can do.

I am not sure about the "illegally" part, but I know for sure you can't apply for a PGWP without a valid study permit. You should have applied for an extension right before your study permit ended just like I did. I am waiting right now for my study permit extension even though I graduated. When I get the extension I shall apply for my PGWP.

You are honestly in a difficult position and I advice you call CIC and ask about what you need to do. You need to stay waiting for an agent for about 15 mins but its worth the wait.

They might ask you to apply for restoration then study permit extension then PGWP but that's a long shot.

Congrats on the graduation and good luck with your issue