Information Sessions for Students

Information Sessions are held every Tuesday and Thursday from September 4 to December 22, 2023 (except for holidays and where noted below) from 12:00pm to 1:00pm NLST. 

The sessions will be held remotely through Brightspace (course: Immigration Support for International Students). If you do not have access, email immigrationadvising@mun.ca from your @mun.ca email for link. 

Week 

Tuesday 

Thursday 

Sept 5 & 7 

Post Graduation Work Permit 

Study Permits and Work 

 

 

Sept 12 & 14 

Coop Work Permit  

TRV Applictaion 

 

 

Sept 19 & 21 

Spouses/Partners and Dependents 

 

IRCC Session: Answering your questions about PR programs for international students 

 

Sept 26 & 28 

Initial Study Permit Applications 

 

 

Study Permit Extensions 

Oct 3 & 5 

Refused Study Permits 

Post-Graduation Work Permit 

Oct 10 & 12 

Study Permits and Work 

TRV Application 

 

 

Oct 17 & 19 

Planing your Immigration Pathway: Tips on PR Programs ofr International Students presented by Cox and Palmer 

 

 

Spouses/Partners and Dependents 

 

Oct 24 & 26 

Initial Study Permit Applications 

Coop Work Permit  

 

 

Oct 31 & Nov 2 

 

 

Study Permit Extensions 

Immigratin to NL: Presented by the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador 

 

Nov 7 & 9 

TRV Application 

 

 

Study Permits and Work 

 

Nov 14 & 16 

Spouses/Partners and Dependents 

 

 

Refused Study Permits 

Nov 21 & 23 

 

Coop Work Permit  

Post-Graduation Work Permit 

Nov 28 & 30 

Initial Study Permit Application 

 

Study Permit Extensions 

 

 

Dec 5 & 7 

 

Study Permits and Work 

 Q&A on Permanent Resident Pathways for International Students with Immigration Lawyer Meghan Felt, McInnes Cooper 

 

 

Dec 12 & 14 

 

Spouses/Partners and Dependents 

 

 

DLI Compliance 

Dec 19 & 21 

 

DLI Compliance 

 

 

Post-Graduation Work Permit 

 

This session is specifically for students who have been recently admitted to Memorial University. We will outline the process of applying for your initial study permit and will discuss the impacts the pandemic is having on study permit processing.

This session will outline the work authorization of a study permit. We will review how IRCC distinguishes between on and off campus work and will review the eligibility requirements and restrictions of work as a student. 

This session is for students who have been refused a study permit from outside of Canada. IO immigration advisors will provide details on reasons for refusal and will provide tips on re-submitting an application. 

This session will review the process of seeking an extension to your study permit in Canada. 

This session will review the process of applying for a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) from inside of Canada that is need to seek re-entry to Canada. 

This session will review the requirement of a coop work permit for students who have a mandatory work component to their program of study. We will outline when and how to apply for a coop work permit 

This session will review eligibility and application process for the Open Spousal Work Permit and will discuss the requirements for minor children coming to Canada. 

This session will be presented by a representative from Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Outreach Network and will review opportunities for international students to obtain permanent residency. 

This session will review the eligibility criteria for a PGWP and outline the process of applying for a PGWP. It is recommended for those who have or will complete their program this year.

This session will be presented by a representative from the provincial Office Immigration and Multiculturalism (OIM and will review opportunities to immigrate to NL as a permanent resident.

This session will review the impact of a student’s registration status (part time, full time, not registered) on their study permit conditions and eligibility to work during and after studies. The session will discuss IRCC’s mandated compliance reporting process for designated learning institutions (DLIs). 

This session is an opportunity for students to ask an Immigration Lawyer about permanent resident pathways available to international students in Canada. 

This session is designed for students who are newly admitted to Memorial for Spring 2022/ Fall 2022 or who have recently arrived in Canada, but began their studies outside of Canada. We will review important information that you need to know about your immigration status to set you up for success on your immigration journey as an international student at Memorial 

An Immigration Lawyer with Cox and Palmer law firm will provide tips and information on navigating permanent resident pathways for students