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At EthicWorks Immigration Services, we guide students through every stage of their Canadian journey from choosing the right program to extending their study permit, transitioning to work, and planning for Permanent Residency.

OFF-SHORE STUDENTS

(Applying for a Study Permit from Outside Canada)

If you are planning to begin your education in Canada, the first step is securing admission to a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). Once admitted, your study permit application must clearly demonstrate that you are a genuine student with sufficient financial support and a clear academic purpose.

A complete study permit application requires

•A valid Letter of Acceptance from a DLI

•Proof of sufficient funds covering tuition, living expenses, and return travel

•Medical examination clearance (if applicable)

•Police clearance, where required

•A properly drafted statement explaining your study plan and future goals Certain applicants may also require a Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL), depending on current IRCC policy.

A complete study permit application requires

•A valid Letter of Acceptance from a DLI

•Proof of sufficient funds covering tuition, living expenses, and return travel

•Medical examination clearance (if applicable)

•Police clearance, where required

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We assist you with selecting from over 100+ institutions across Canada, structuring your documentation correctly, reviewing financial proofs, and preparing your submission in full compliance with Canadian immigration requirements. Where interviews are required, we provide preparation to ensure clarity and confidence. Our focus is not only on visa approval but on building a pathway aligned with your academic and immigration objectives.

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ON-SHORE STUDENTS

(Already Studying in Canada)

If you are already in Canada and your study permit will expire before you complete your program, you must apply for a study permit extension to maintain legal status. An extension application must be submitted before your current permit expires. If applied on time, you benefit from maintained status, which allows you to continue studying while awaiting a decision.

A complete study permit application requires

A valid passport, a recent Letter of Enrolment confirming active registration, an updated Letter of Acceptance if you have changed institutions or programs, proof that you continue to meet financial requirements, and a clear explanation letter where necessary. If your permit has already expired, restoration of status may be possible within 90 days, subject to eligibility and additional government fees.

A complete study permit application requires

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Maintaining valid status is critical. It directly affects your ability to continue studying, work legally (where authorized), and apply for future immigration pathways such as PGWP or Permanent Residency. We assist onshore students with extensions, status restoration, institution changes, and compliance reviews to prevent complications in future applications.

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DLI CHANGE

(Designated Learning Institution)

If you are already studying in Canada and wish to change your college or university, you must update your Designated Learning Institution (DLI) information with the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to remain compliant with your study permit conditions.

A DLI change typically requirements

•A valid Letter of Acceptance from a DLI

•Proof of sufficient funds covering tuition, living expenses, and return travel

•Medical examination clearance (if applicable)

•Police clearance, where required

A DLI change typically requirements

•A valid Letter of Acceptance from a DLI

•Proof of sufficient funds covering tuition, living expenses, and return travel

•Medical examination clearance (if applicable)

•Police clearance, where required

For International Students

International students are permitted to change institutions; however, the new institution must also be a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) and must meet the conditions attached to your current study permit. Failure to properly update your DLI information can impact your legal student status and future immigration eligibility.

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Students transferring to a different level of study (for example, from college to university) or changing programs significantly must ensure their study permit conditions remain valid. In some cases, a new study permit application may be required. Maintaining proper records of your institution change is important, as it can affect your eligibility for future pathways such as the Post-Graduation Work Permit and Permanent Residency. We assist onshore students with DLI updates, compliance reviews, program transfer guidance, and documentation preparation to ensure the change is properly recorded and does not affect future immigration opportunities.

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Student Services

OFF-SHORE STUDENTS

ON-SHORE STUDENTS

DLI CHANGE

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