New IRCC Policy Allows Foreign Workers To Study Without Authorization

Under a temporary public policy, foreign workers holding a valid work permit were permitted to enrol in study programs without applying for a separate study permit, subject to time limits and program conditions.

The change made it easier for workers to upgrade credentials while employed in Canada, which in turn supports longer-term immigration goals.

Because the policy is time-limited, workers should confirm the current end date and conditions before enrolling. We advise clients on how study choices interact with work permit renewals and permanent residence pathways.