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Archived: June 3, 2025 93830 AM Sent: [requester] To: Subject: [requester] Importance: Normal “Thank you for contacting the Immigration Representatives [requester] note that this mailbox is intended for general guidance and does not provide responses to case-specific inquiries but have provided the following information as guidance. If you have case specific questions about a file, you are encouraged to submit the [CC Web form. Please see our response to your question. Program stacking allows students who complete two PGWP-cligible programs of at least 8 months each at a PGWP-cligible Designated Learning Institution (DUI) within two years ofthe completion ofthe fist program to combine these programs when determining PGWP elihilty. Completing two years of study through stacked PGWP-eligbke programs, suchas two consecutive eight-month certicates fiom PGWP-eigibe DLls, will make a student eligble for an up to three-year PGWP. ‘We hope this information is of assistance. Thank you kindly,

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——eee 19) ihcoss co Program stacking for study permits obtained on or after November 1, 2024 Example 1: Completing 2 PGWP-eligible programs On or after November 1, 2024, if'a student completes 2 consecutive programs that are PGWP-eligible within 2 years of completion of the first program, then when they apply for a PGWP, the duration of the PGWP could be based on the duration of both programs. Example 2: Completing a first program that is not PGWP-eligible and at second one that is PGWP-eligible On of after November 1, 2024, ifa student completes 2 consecutive programs where the first is not PGWP-eligible, they would not benefit from program stacking when the duration of the PGWP is determined, The duration of the PGWP would be based only on the duration of the PGWP-eligible program. Example 3: Completing a first PGWP-eligible program and a second one that is not PGWP-eligible On or after November 1, 2024, if a student completes 2 consecutive programs where the first is PGWP-eligible, and the second is not, they would not benefit from program stacking when the duration of the PGWP is determined. The duration of the PGWP would be based on the duration of the PGWP-eligible program, and the applicant would have to apply for a PGWP within 180 days of receiving confirmation that they have completed the PGWP-eligible program. Transfers between educational institutions In cases where a student has transferred between eligible Canadian DLIs, the combined length of study must be at least 8 months to qualify for a [requester] cases where a student graduated from an eligible DLI after having transferred from an Ineligible institution, only time spent at the eligible DLI counts to qualify for 2 [requester] must have spent at least 8 months at the eligible institution. I at Note: As of November 8, 2024, section R217.1 requires that study permit holders in Canada whose permit names a DLI apply for a new study permit if they wish to change [requester] the officer determines that a PGWP applicant did not meet the conditions of their study permit, they may be prohibited from being issued a work permit for 6 months from the date they stopped their unauthorized study or work, as per subparagraph R200(3)(e){\). For further information please see Study permits: Designated learning institutions \cbpatt \cbpatt \cbpatt \cbpat4Couid you please confirm if'a student who completed a program (8 months at a DLVPGWP-cligbe at the time of studies but no longer meeting the field of study requirement) with a study permit submitted before November 1, 2024, and then completes another PGWP-eligible program with a new study permit issued on or afler November 1, 2024, would be eligible for a 3-year PGWP if both programs are completed within 2 years? ebpatd \cbpat4I am looking forward to hearing from you soon, \cbpatt \cbpat4 Thank you, or

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Archived: June 3, 2025 9:38:38 AM From ~ Mail received time: Fri, 11 Apr 2025 20:14:56 Sent: [requester] To: Immigration Representatives / Représentants immigration (RCC) Subject: [requester] 24-03-2025 Importance: Normal Sensitivity: None Attachments: image01 jpg; CAUTION: This email originated from outside the Government of [requester] not click on links or open attachments: unkss you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. ATTENTION: Ce courriel provient de Textérieur du gouvernement du [requester] cliquez pas sur les liens et n’ouvtez pas les pieces jointes saul’ si vous reconnaissez.lexpéditeur et sachez que ke contenu est sti. Dear [requester]/[requester] you for your response, however, can you please confirm that there's no bar on an essential founder to apply for a closed work permit despite having the option to apply for an open work permit? Best Regards, 002352

On [requester] 11, 2025 at 3:51 'a0PM Immigration Representatives / Représentants immigration (IRCC) <[requester email]> wrote: Good day, ‘Thank you for contacting the Immigration Representatives [requester] note that this mailbox is intended for general guidance and does not provide responses to case-specific inquiries but have provided the following information as guidance. If you have case specific questions about a file, you are encouraged to submit the [RCC Web form. Please see our response to your question. woe 1. 1. An open work permit holder can work for an exclusive employer. The benefit of an open work permit is the flexibility to change employment without first receiving approval as is the case for employer-specific (closed) work permits. 2. 2. If the application is made from inside Canada instructions indicate: Working while you wait for your work permit to arrive We'll send you a note in your online account letting you know your work permit has been approved. You can start working as soon as you receive this note. You don’t have to wait until you get your work permit in the mail to start working, Resources you may find useful: Work permits for Start-Up Visa applicants - Canada.ca Start-up Visa Program - Canada.ca Work permit - Canada.ca oo2asa