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Hello,

Good afternoon,

I kindly seek your guidance on the interpretation and real-life application of IRPR section 188(1)(c), particularly as it applies to foreign nationals in Canada who have transitioned from one status to another. 188 (1) A foreign national may study in Canada without a study permit:

1. 1. if they are a family member or a member of the private staff of a foreign representative who is properly accredited by the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade and who is in Canada to carry out official duties as a diplomatic agent, consular officer, representative or official of a country other than Canada, of the United Nations or any of its agencies ot of any international organization of which Canada is a member;

2. 2.as.a member of the armed forces of a country that is a designated state for the purposes of the Visiting Forces Act, including a person who has been designated as a civilian component of those armed forces.

3. 3.if the duration of their course or program of studies is six months or less and will be completed within the period for their stay authorized upon entry into Canada; or

4. 4. if they are an Indian.

IRCC website further indicates that: IRCC recognizes that long-term visitors and foreign workers may engage in occasional studies or programs of study lasting 6 months or less at any time during their stay in Canada.- Source My client has recently received a 3 Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) after successfully completing his studies in [requester] is planning to pursue a 5-month course in coming months. Under section 188(1)(c), it appears he is allowed to enroll in a program of study that lasts 6 months or less; however, the phrase “within the period for their stay authorized upon entry into Canada” raises some questions in his case. Specifically, since my client initially entered Canada as a student and has now extended his status as a worker through the PGWP, we seek confirmation on whether he remains eligible to study a 6-month course under this provision of R 188(1)(c). Could you please provide precise guidance on whether the exemption under section 188(1)(c) applies to his situation? We appreciate your time and assistance on this matter. Sincerely,

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