News and Updates
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Will I be impacted by the labour disruptions at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)?
The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), a union representing 159,000 federal government employees, declared a strike on April 19th, 2023. read more
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Summer Enrollment Considerations for International Students
To help you make an informed decision about Summer enrollment, we encourage you to review the commonly asked questions below and take the proper actions, if applicable. read more
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End of biometrics exemption for in-Canada temporary residence applicants
As of February 23, 2023 the Government of Canada has resumed biometrics collection for in-Canada temporary residence applications. read more
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Are you a new transfer student and currently outside Canada? Follow these important steps before you travel.
IRCC recently issued updated instructions for students who change schools after applying for a study permit. Based on these new guidelines, some students who are outside Canada will need to submit a new study permit application before they can travel. read more
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Are you travelling or returning to Canada soon? Make sure you have the right documents.
If you are travelling or returning to Canada for the Fall term, it’s important to be aware of what steps to take to ensure a smooth arrival process – especially given the current restrictions on entry to Canada. read more
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Am I required to study full-time every term? Study permit, work eligibility and post-graduation work permit considerations
Your enrollment at SFU affects your ability to work, study, and stay in Canada after completing your studies. Your study permit has certain conditions attached to it which you must comply with during your stay in Canada. read more
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Is your study permit or passport expiring soon? Be sure to check your expiry dates!
Please check the expiry date of your study permit as it is common for study permits to expire at the end of July. If you are in Canada and your study permit will be expiring at the end of July 2021, you will need to apply for a study permit extension before your permit expires to remain in Canada legally and to avoid interruptions in your studies. read more
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Can I extend my time in Canada as a worker after receiving my Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)?
Under normal circumstances, a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is a one-time opportunity for international students who have recently graduated. Therefore, it can only be issued once regardless of the number of education credentials completed in Canada. read more
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Is your study permit or passport expiring soon? Be sure to check your expiry dates!
Please check the expiry date of your study permit as it is common for study permits to expire at the end of November. read more
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Temporary lifting on off-campus work hours for eligible international students
On October 7, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made an announcement on the temporary lifting of the 20-hour-per-week cap on the number of hours that eligible international students are allowed to work off campus during academic terms. read more
