Information Sessions for Students

Information Sessions are held every Tuesday and Thursday from January 10 to April 27, 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

January 10 & 12

Beginning your Immigration Journey at Memorial

Initial Study Permit Application 

January 17 & 19

Study Permits and Work

Study Permit Extensions

January 24 & 26

Post-Graduation Work Permit

IRCC Session- 90 mins (12pm -1:30pm)

January 31 & February 2

TRV Application

Coop Work Permit 

February 7 & 9

Spouses/Partners and Dependents

Planning your Immigration Pathway: Tips on PR programs for International Students presented by Cox and Palmer

February 14 & 16

Study Permit Extensions

Initial Study Permit Application

February 21 & 23

Coop Work Permit

Study Permits and Work 

February 28 & March 2

Post-Graduation Work Permit

OIM Information Session- Immigrating to NL

March 7 & 9

Coop Work Permit

Spouses/Partners and Dependents

March 14 & 16

Initial Study Permit Applications

Refused Study Permits

March 21 & 23

TRV Application

Study Permits and Work

March 28 & 30

Post-Graduation Work Permit

Study Permit Extensions

April 4 & 6

Coop Work Permit

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

April 11 & 13

Initial Study Permit Application

Spouses/Partners and Dependents

April 18 & 20

Study Permits and Work

DLI Compliance

April 25 & 27

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