No More 20 Hours: Canada Increases Work Hours for Nigerians, Others to Earn More
- International students in Canada can now work up to 24 hours per week off-campus while their classes are in session
- Minister of Immigration said this will give students the option to work without compromising academic outcomes
- This also means that students can earn more money without interfering with their class schedules
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Eligible overseas students in Canada are now allowed to work off campus up to 24 hours a week, up from 20 hours during the academic year.
Source: UGC
According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister Marc Miller, increasing the cap from the previous 20 hours achieves a compromise between providing worthwhile employment options and guaranteeing that students continue to be committed to their education.
“This change will give students more flexibility to manage their time and gain practical experience,” Miller stated.
What this means
According to a report, eligible international students can now work full-time in Canada during summer and winter breaks from school.
These changes will improve students' financial stability and allow them to continue their education. They will also allow students to earn more money without interfering with their class schedules.
The amended rules in Canada are intended to assist students in better-juggling employment and school.
Raising the weekly work restriction to 24 hours allows for more job opportunities while maintaining academic obligations as a top priority and encouraging a sustainable study plan.
Additionally, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) now requires twice-yearly reports from selected educational institutions.
These reports confirm students' enrollment and academic achievement to ensure they fulfil the conditions for a study permit. The initiative also seeks to uphold the integrity of Canada's International Student Program.
Additionally, new regulations require consent prior to transferring to a designated learning institution (DLI).
To ensure adherence to permit requirements and uphold academic standards across Canada's educational institutions, international students must apply for a new study permission prior to transferring institutions.
If they fulfill specific requirements, international students in Quebec are permitted to work off campus without a separate work permit.
Students must be enrolled full-time in a secondary vocational training program or a post-secondary vocational, professional, or training program in order to be eligible. A degree, diploma, or certificate must be earned at the end of the course, which must last at least six months.
Canada opens opportunity for caregiver jobs
Legit.ng earlier reported that Canada encouraged individuals globally to consider caregiver roles as a career path.
A report from Visa Sponsorship Jobs said many caregiver positions in Canada offer visa sponsorships, making it easier for international candidates to apply.
The country’s demand for care workers shows its focus on improving the quality of life of needy individuals.
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