Pilot license with a Temporary Resident Permit

[live4film]

I've been in Canada for a little over 4 years now, and have been renewing my permit every 2 years. I'd like to get my recreational or private pilot license. My work permit says I cannot take any professional, vocational or educational classes. To what extent does that apply? I am here in BC, just working, which is what my permit is for. I only want to get my pilot license as a hobby and curiosity, not as a profession or new career path. Can I get at least the recreational license? Or am I completely out of luck?

 

[bellaluna]

Here is a similar thread from a few years ago:
https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/taking-a-course-while-on-a-work-permit.247640/

If it's recreational, I think you should be fine in this case.

I believe that annotation on the work permit just means you'll have to apply for a study permit if you wish to attend those types of classes...not that you can't study at all. Someone will correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[worriedadhd]

Hi live4film did you ever get a proper response or start flight school? I'm in the exact same situation. I want to learn how to fly just as a hobby and get my PPL, and I'm on a study permit for university. Please let me know!

 

[Canada2020eh]

Hi live4film did you ever get a proper response or start flight school? I'm in the exact same situation. I want to learn how to fly just as a hobby and get my PPL, and I'm on a study permit for university. Please let me know!

I don't see any reason that you couldn't get a private pilot licence, if you went on for a commercial licence that would mean you are training for a career. Drop by a flight school and ask.