Work and settle in Canada after graduation.

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After you graduate from your program, you can work temporarily or even settle in Canada.

Working temporarily in Canada after graduation.

To work in Canada after graduation, you need a work permit. Work experience gained may help you qualify for permanent residency.

Post-graduation work permit (PGWP)

Graduates from certain designated educational institutions are eligible to be granted work permits.

Learn about the requirements for a PGWP.

Other types of work permits

Even if you don't qualify for a PGWP, you can still work in Canada after graduation.

Learn about the requirements for different types of work permits.

Find a path to permanent residency.

You've studied in Canada and may even have work experience there. Now, you want to live here permanently. There are options for you to become a permanent resident!

The Come to Canada tool can help you explore your options. You can also use the table below to compare programs. Visit the program page for all the details.

Before comparing the programs, here are two key terms you need to know:

Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB)

Canadian standards are used to describe, measure, and recognize the English language proficiency of adult immigrants and prospective immigrants who plan to live and work in Canada or apply for citizenship. Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) is used to assess French language proficiency.

National Occupation Code (NOC)

This is a list of all occupations in the Canadian labor market. It describes each job by skill type and skill level. For immigration purposes, these are the main job categories:

Skill Type 0 (zero): Management tasks
Skill Level A: professional jobs that typically require a degree from a university.
Skill Level B: Technical jobs and skilled occupations often require a college diploma or vocational training.
Skill Level C: Jobs that typically require high school education and/or on-the-job training.
Skill Level D: These jobs often require on-the-job training.


Atlantic Immigration Pilot	Have intermediate English or French skills. (Club 4)	No requirement	No requirement	There is a request. The job application letter must: NOC skill type/level 0, A, B, or C Employment must last at least one year from the date permanent residency is granted. from a business in Atlantic Canada	You must have graduated from a public college or university in Atlantic Canada. The program must be at least two years long.
Canadian Experience Class	Have intermediate or good English or French language skills. (Club 7 if NOC 0 or A) (Club 5 if NOC B)	Work experience in Canada at one of the following NOCs: 0 A B	12 months (combining full-time or part-time work)	It's not mandatory, but you can earn points if you have a job offer that meets the immigration department's requirements.	It's not required, but you may receive credit for high school or post-secondary education. You may receive extra points if your education was obtained in Canada.
Federal Skilled Trades Program	Have intermediate English or French skills. (Club 5 for speaking and listening) (Club 4 for reading and writing)	Having skilled labor experience in the main groups of NOC B	2 years within 5 years	Request: a job offer for a full-time position for a total duration of at least one year, or A certificate of eligibility in the skilled labor sector issued by a Canadian provincial or territorial authority.	It's not required, but you may receive credit for high school or post-secondary education. You can earn extra points if you study in Canada.
Federal Skilled Workers Program	Possess good English or French language skills. (Club 7)	Experience at NOC 0 A B	One consecutive year (combining part-time, full-time, or more than one job)	It's not mandatory, but you can earn points if you have a valid job offer as required by the immigration department.	A high school diploma is required. You may receive more points for post-secondary education. You can earn extra points if you study in Canada.
Provincial Nominee Program	Possess good English or French language skills. Levels vary depending on the province.	Depending on the province, it may be NOC 0, A, B, C, or D.	Depending on the province	Depending on the province	Depending on the province
Rural Northern Immigration Pilot	Have intermediate English or French skills. (Club 6 if NOC 0 or A) (Club 5 if NOC B) (Club 4 if NOC C or D)	International students who have studied within the community may be exempt from work experience requirements.	No requirement International students who have studied within the community may be exempt from work experience requirements.	There is a request. You must have a long-term job offer at a business in the community.	Different See the Requirements for more information.