Information Sessions for Students

The IAT offers a variety of information sessions, demonstrations and workshops weekly for students to attend.  

  • All sessions are virtual and accessible 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. 
  • Advanced registration is only required for the Study Plan Workshop 

Week 

Monday (10:30am – 1pm NLST) 

Tuesday (12pm – 1pm NLST) 

Thursday (12pm – 1pm NLST) 

Jan 8 - 12 

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Welcome to Winter 2024- Beginning your Immigration Journey at Memorial (Hybrid- can attend in person) 

About: Study Permits and Work 

 

Jan 15 - 19 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

About: Study Permit Extensions 

 

How to: apply to extend your study permit 

 

Jan 22 - 26 

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About: Post Graduation Work Permit 

How to: apply for PGWP 

 

 

Jan 29 - Feb 2 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

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

 

 

About: Initial Study Permit Application 

 

 

 

Feb 5 - 9 

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About: TRVs 

How to:  apply for TRV 

 

Feb 12 - 16 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

About: Study Permits and Work 

 

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

Feb 19 - 23 

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About: Refused Study Permit 

 

How to: apply for Coop Work Permit 

 

Feb 26 – Mar 1 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

About: Options for Spouse/Partners and Dependents 

 

How to: extend your study permit and your families status in Canada 

 

March 4 - 8 

 

 

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About: Study Permit Extensions 

How to: apply to extend your study permit 

 

March 11- 15 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

About: Initial Study Permit Application 

 

 

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

March 18 - 22 

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About: TRVs 

How to:  apply for TRV 

 

March 25 - 29 

 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

About: Refused Study Permit 

 

 

How to: apply for Coop Work Permit 

 

April 1 - 5 

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About: Study Permits and Work 

 

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

April 8 - 12 

 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

About: Study Permit Extensions 

How to: apply to extend your study permit 

 

April 15- 19 

 

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About: Options for Spouse/Partners and Dependents 

 

About: Study Permit Compliance 

April 22- 26 

 

Study Plan Workshop 

Registration required 

About: Post Graduation Work Permit 

How to: apply for PGWP 

 

 

April 29 – May 3 

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About: Study Permit Compliance 

 

Welcome to Spring 2024: Beginning your Immigration Journey at Memorial 

 

 

 

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