Canada to allow international students work 24 hours per week off-campus, here’s what Indian aspirants should know

Canada, despite being one of the popular study-abroad destinations, has been hitting the headlines lately for its recent immigration policies, particularly with regard to international students and workers. From the changes in the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program for better aligning with immigration goals and labour market needs to the discontinuation of the SDS scheme in a bid to stabilize the country’s foreign student population – Canada has been taking up strict measures so far as its immigration rules are concerned. Here's what you need to know about Canada's 24-hours per week work policy for international students. However, what may now come as a positive step for international students traveling to Canada for their academic pursuits, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada stated that it would allow eligible students to work for up to 24 hours per week off campus without a work permit. 24-hours work permit: What Indian students should know If you are an Indian student living in Canada and wish to work in your free time to manage your finances, you may have to consider a few things as recommended by the IRCC.