Canadian Experience Class

This program allows international students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to apply to permanently stay in Canada. In order to qualify, you must already be familiar with Canadian society, be able to communicate in English or French, have qualifying work experience, and be able to contribute to the Canadian economy.

Eligibility

  • You plan to live outside of the province of Quebec.
  • You graduated from a Canadian post-secondary institution with at least 1 year of full-time (or equivalent) skilled work experience in Canada.
  • You gained work experience in Canada with the proper work or study authorization.
  • You submitted your application while working in Canada - or - within 1 year of leaving your job in Canada.
  • You have completed an independent language assessment (from an agency designated by Citizenship and Immigration Canada)