International Students studying in Canada can work for 20 hrs per week and full time during Public holidays or Vacations. Dependants (spouse / partner) of student can work full time. Some Canadian universities and colleges provide Co-op program in which a student can work as part of the course in their related field and also earn credits for it.Students are eligible for a Post Study work permit for a period of 3 years if the study program is for a minimum period of 2 years. Otherwise the work permit is for a period same as the duration of the course.
PR Options :
International students who have graduated from a course in Canada would gain points under the Skilled Migrant Category and may lead the path for applying for PR. Permanent residency for Canada through various immigration programs like