Student Services

We will explore the step-by-step pathway of immigrating to Canada through education. The ways of transitioning from temporary resident status (as worker) to permanent residency. How to find National Occupation Classification for any job in Canada. Also, will touch base on BC-PNP program (part two in series).

Date: July 10th, 2024 @ 11:30 am

Successful PGWP - Pathway for the Immigration to Canada. It is important that international students know that PGWP has specific eligibility requirements, if those requirements are not met, student may have PGWP application refused. Let's review together those requirements!

Date: July 3rd, 2024 @ 7 pm

Transitioning from student to worker status is an exciting time but requires attention to honouring conditions of study permit and meeting PGWP eligibility requirements.  

Learn how to prepare and properly support a complete PGWP application. Deadline(s) and how to apply; what supporting documents are required, especially if continuous and full time status were not honoured!

We shall also discuss family related immigration documents such as spousal work permit, dependent study permit or visitor record.

Successful PGWP - Pathway for the Immigration to Canada. It is important that international students know that PGWP has specific eligibility requirements, if those requirements are not met, student may have PGWP application refused. Let's review together those requirements!

We will review international students’ opportunities to become Permanent Residents (PR) in Canada. The ways of Building the best PR candidates profile while on PGWP. We also review the Federal and provincial immigration programs graduates may qualify for. 

Successful PGWP is students’ Pathway for Permanent Residency. Your academic enrollment status and compliance with study permit conditions have an impact on PGWP eligibility.

This secession is of importance to current students of all year levels.

We will review international students work permits and authorization while they study in Canada. On or Off campus work authorizations, Coop, internships, practicums and field work. What are the specific criteria? Let’s also review spousal work permits, Leave of Absences and importance of these rules.

Have you found somewhere to live but are having problems? Common issues with private rentals include deposits, security and privacy from a landlord. You may also be thinking about moving out before your contract ends. Your landlord might even be asking you to leave. If you are having any issues with your ongoing tenancy, please join our free workshop and Q&A session. 
 

Are you struggling to find somewhere to rent in Nanaimo? Don’t panic - you’re not alone!  International Education is giving a free 45-minute workshop on searching for accommodation. We’ll look at maximizing your options and boosting your profile in a challenging market. You'll learn about some practical aspects of starting a tenancy in BC, such as viewings, contracts, and costs. We’ll also invite you to share experiences and maybe team up with future roommates.

The PowerPoint and more information for these webinars and services will be available on the home page at https://services.viu.ca/writing-centre