IRCC has removed the separate co-op work permit requirement for eligible post-secondary international students. Starting April 1, 2026, students can complete mandatory placements like co-ops, internships, and practicums using their valid study permit, as long as they meet the eligibility requirements.
Canada’s Bill C-12 introduces major changes to asylum eligibility that may prevent some refugee claims from being referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB). New rules, including the 1-year filing limit and the 14-day irregular entry rule, can significantly affect your access to a full hearing. This guide explains how these rules work, who is affected, and what alternative options, such as Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA), may still be available.
Canada’s Bill C-12 introduces major changes to asylum eligibility that may prevent some refugee claims from being referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB). New rules, including the 1-year filing limit and the 14-day irregular entry rule, can significantly affect your access to a full hearing. This guide explains how these rules work, who is affected, and what alternative options, such as Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA), may still be available.
Canada’s Bill C-12 introduces major changes to asylum eligibility that may prevent some refugee claims from being referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB). New rules, including the 1-year filing limit and the 14-day irregular entry rule, can significantly affect your access to a full hearing. This guide explains how these rules work, who is affected, and what alternative options, such as Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA), may still be available.
