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Archived: June 2, 2025 10:32:59 AM From: Mail received time: Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:15:57 Sent: [requester] To: Immigration Representatives / Représentans immigration (RCC) Subject: [requester] Importance: Normal Sensitivity: None Dear [requester], My name is [requester] | am an authorized representative with a license number ( 1 am writing on behalf of my client regarding the proper classification of their work experience for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express [requester] client seeks confirmation on how to accurately report work performed during their Master’s studies at . beginning in September 2022. Key Facts: © * My client was authorized to work full-time under a temporary IRC public policy (due to COVID- 19), in effect until April 2024. © * They also held an open work permit under the special measure for Iranian citizens, allowing unrestricted employment in Canada. © * While maintaining full-time student status, my client had no remaining coursework after December 2023 and continued working fill-time under the open work permit © * Allwork was performed in compliance with IRC policies. Clarification Requested: 1. 1. Can work experience gained under the temporary public policy count toward CEC eligibility?” 2. 2. How should my client answer the Express Entry profile question: “Were you studying full-time while doing this job?” 3. 3. Given that my client had no coursework remaining as of December 2023 but was still officially a fulttime student, does this impact eligibility for CEC? ‘Your guidance on these points would be greatly appreciated to ensure accurate representation in the Express Entry application. Best Regards, 00683

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