Canada PGWP 2026: Why 1,500 International Students Face Uncertainty
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Canada PGWP 2026: Why 1,500 International Students Face Uncertainty Canada’s Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program has traditionally been one of the most important options for international students who want to remain in Canada after completing their studies. For many graduates, a PGWP provides an opportunity to gain valuable Canadian work experience and explore future pathways toward permanent residence. However, Canada PGWP 2026 developments have created uncertainty for approximately 1,500 international students, particularly graduates of certain non-credit programs. The issue has attracted significant attention because some affected students say they enrolled in their programs believing they would be eligible for a PGWP after graduation. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), meanwhile, has clarified its position regarding the eligibility of graduates from non-credit programs. For international students, this situation highlights an increasingly important p...