Canada retains high-skilled talents with post-grad work permit extension
(Last Updated On: April 5, 2023)
Canada is a popular destination for international students. In 2021, more than 600,000 international students studied in Canada. In 2022, the number climbed to 800,000.
These students come from all over the world, and they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to Canada.
One of the benefits of studying in Canada is the opportunity to obtain a post-graduation work permit. This permit allows international students to work in Canada for up to three years after graduating from a Canadian university or college.
Extension
On March 17, 2023, the Canadian government announced that it would be extending expiring post-graduate work permits for thousands of international students. The extension will allow these students to stay in Canada for an additional 18 months, during which time they will be able to continue working and gaining valuable work experience.
Benefits
There are many benefits to extending expiring post-graduate work permits. First, it will help to retain high-skilled talent in Canada. International students who obtain a post-graduation work permit are often highly educated and skilled workers. They are also more likely to stay in Canada after graduating, which helps to boost the country’s economy.
Second, the extension will help to make Canada a more competitive destination for international students. In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of international students who are choosing to study in other countries. The extension of expiring post-graduate work permits will help to make Canada a more attractive option for these students.
Third, the extension will allow international students to continue contributing to the Canadian economy. International students who obtain a post-graduation work permit are often employed in high-paying jobs. They also contribute to the Canadian economy by spending money on goods and services.
The extension of expiring post-graduate work permits is a positive development for both Canada and international students. It will help to ensure that Canada remains a competitive destination for international students, and it will allow these students to continue contributing to the Canadian economy.
The extension of expiring post-graduate work permits is a positive development for both Canada and international students. It will help to ensure that Canada remains a competitive destination for international students, and it will allow these students to continue contributing to the Canadian economy.
