Canada eases short-course rules for some work-permit holders

A new temporary public policy lets foreign nationals with a valid Canadian work permit take a course or program lasting six months or less without a separate study permit. The exemption ends when the work permit or policy expires, whichever comes first.

Why it matters

Workers upgrading credentials or moving into shortage occupations such as health care may benefit. This is not a permanent-residence guarantee, and longer programs still require separate checks.

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