What to know
- What changed
- IRCC’s September 9 notice describes a temporary option to study for up to six months, or until a work permit expires if sooner.
- Who it affects
- Eligible work permit holders already in Canada
- What to do next
- Read the linked measure and your eligibility notification before committing to a course.
- What remains uncertain
- Eligibility is individual. The notice says full-time study still requires a study permit; this is not a new route to enter Canada.
Start with the conditions
A short announcement cannot establish whether a particular course or permit qualifies. Use the measure linked from IRCC’s notice and confirm the requirements for your circumstances before paying tuition.
The record behind this piece
Sources & transparency
Primary sources checked 17 Sept 2026. Prepared with AI assistance. Named human editorial review has not yet been recorded.
Next source review due 24 Sept 2026. A source check does not determine your individual eligibility.
Updates and corrections
17 Sept 2026 — First publication. No subsequent corrections recorded.