Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

The PGWP is a program under the authority of the Government of Canada, which remains the official reference source at all times.

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  • What is the PGWP?

    The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is an open work permit allowing graduates from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI), such as LaSalle College, to work in Canada.

    The PGWP aims to provide international students with an opportunity to work in Canada after completing their studies.

  • General Eligibility Requirements

    To be eligible for the PGWP, you must:

    • Have completed a study program at a DLI and meet program requirements.
    • Have maintained full-time student status in Canada throughout each term of your program.
    • Have completed a program of at least 8 months leading to a diploma or certificate from a post-secondary DLI, such as LaSalle College.
  • New Requirements (Effective November 1, 2024)

    If you apply for the PGWP after November 1, 2024, additional conditions apply:

    • Language skills: Provide proof of English or French proficiency with a level 5 according to the CLB or NCLC.
    • Field of study: Obtain a diploma in an eligible field of study*.

    *Students who applied for a study permit before November 1 are not affected by this new eligibility criterion.

Our Programs Eligible for the PGWP

Administration and Management Technology
    Profile: Profile in Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce)
    Technical Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
Master the art of e-commerce with LaSalle College Montréal's DCS in Administration and Management Technology (Profile in E-Commerce). This hands-on program equips you with the skills to thrive in the digital economy by combining expertise in marketing, logistics, and consumer behavior with the ability to adapt to new trends and drive strategic decisions.
Administration and Management Technology
    Profile: Profile in Digital Marketing
    Technical Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
Master the skills to thrive in digital marketing: online advertising, content creation, social media, and SEO. The LaSalle College Montréal’s Administration and Management Technology (Profile in Digital Marketing) program equips you to design impactful campaigns and support businesses in an ever-changing digital landscape.
Computer Science Technology
    Profile: Profile in Programming
    Technical Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
LaSalle College Montréal's Computer Science Technology (Profile in Programming) DCS program propels you straight towards a promising career with excellent job prospects.
Computer Science Technology
    Profile: Profile in Network and Security Management
    Technical Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
LaSalle College Montréal's DCS in Computer Science Technology (Profile in Network and Security Management) is the key to managing physical and cloud networks.
Computer Science Technology
    Profile: Profile in Video Game Programming
    Technical Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
Launch your career in video game programming and take it to the next level with LaSalle College Montréal's DCS in Computer Science Technology (Profile in Video Game Programming)!
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
    Attestation of College Studies (ACS)
Pursue a successful AI career in sectors such as FinTech, video games, and cybersecurity with LaSalle College Montréal's Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program (ACS).
Graphic Design
    Attestation of College Studies (ACS)
LaSalle College Montréal's Graphic Design ACS program offers hands-on education and culminates in a grand project exhibition.
Information Technology Programmer-Analyst
    Attestation of College Studies (ACS)
Learn to identify user information needs, model data, and manage network applications in LaSalle College Montréal's Information Technology Programmer-Analyst program (ACS).
Network Management
    Attestation of College Studies (ACS)
Develop computer skills in network management with LaSalle College Montréal's Network Management program (ACS).
Transportation Logistics
    Attestation of College Studies (ACS)
LaSalle College Montréal's Transportation Logistics ACS program provides the opportunity to master diverse roles in transport management and the supply chain.

FAQ about the PGWP

In the event of a discrepancy between the information on our website and FAQ, and that on the official Government of Canada website, the information on the Government of Canada website shall prevail.