Immigrating to Canada with your family is possible. Want to see?
Studying in Canada is one of the ways to permanently live in the country, especially for those who do not have the profile to immigrate directly through the most common Canadian processes. In addition to studying in the country that is considered the sixth safest in the world and the first in quality of life and being able to have access to quality education, international students can work part-time while studying a higher education course. After graduating, the student can try to obtain a full-time work permit and stay longer in the country. Around 70% of international students want to stay in Canada after completing their studies and are looking for permanent residence.
Additionally, if you come with your family, there are ways your spouse can also work and your children can attend public school for free.
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How does this all work?
First of all, what we recommend for everyone starting their plans to study and live in Canada is a lot of research and studies about the country. Canada has 10 provinces and 3 territories that are completely different, independent and have their own rules. Each place has a different job market and also different culture and climate. Many people say “if you don’t research, you won’t get to Canada” and it’s true. Both for studies and for immigrating, planning and a lot of dedication are required.
BFF CANADA can help you. We have been in Canada since 2015 and specialize in study plans for the entire country. We will now explain to you how the “Canada Plan” works through studies, that is, the steps until you graduate here.
Study and then become a temporary resident
There is something called “PGWP” (post-graduation work permit) and it is the dream of many Brazilians who think about living here. This is a type of work permit that Canada can offer to those who graduate here, allowing the student to have a full-time work visa and stay longer in the country. To be eligible for this benefit, you must study at a public college or university, on long-term courses (at least 8 months or more). When you graduate and file your PGWP application with the Canadian government, you can get 1 to 3 more years in the country, depending on how long you studied and also on the sovereign decisions of the immigration officer.
Every student enrolled in a higher education institution in Canada (in courses full time lasting more than 8 months) has the right to work up to 20 hours per week. Language courses do not give the student the possibility of working in Canada.
While you study in Canada, you will have a student visa (study permit) and the government will see you as such. You will only move to the “second phase” (PGWP) and the “third phase” (PR – permanent residence) after going through several stages and processes. And we can help you with all of them.
In this way, can my spouse work?
Your spouse may obtain a full-time work permit (Open Work Permit) if the student applicant chooses an institution and a study program (course) that will provide eligibility for the PGWP. That's why many couples are excited to come together, as one studies and works part-time and the other works full-time. This way, if they have children over five years of age, they can also enroll them in free public schools, generally close to their homes.
It is definitely an enriching experience where everyone can leave bilingually and with an international experience, apart from the possibility of immigrating.
Start now and draw up your plan to study and immigrate to Canada. We will answer all your questions and analyze your profile to suggest the best path for you and your family.
