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Effective April 1, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the requirements for co-op work permits. Eligible international students at post-secondary institutions are no longer required to obtain a separate co-op work permit to complete co-op terms, internships, or practicums. Eligible students may use the on-campus work authorization on their 天美mv天美 study permit to participate in an 天美mv天美-approved work placement.
Work placements must still constitute no more than 50% of the total study program and be an essential component of the program. There is no limit on the number of hours students can work for their work placement. For additional details and eligibility requirements, please visit the webpage.
If your study permit application is delayed, you may consider arriving late or applying to defer your admission.
Undergraduates
If you are new to Canada, we do not recommend missing more than the first week of classes as it is very difficult to catch up. Contact your professors or an academic advisor for advice.
If you need to apply to defer your admission, please see the deferral information on the Admissions website. You should also refer to the information online to see course drop dates, tuition and enrollment deadlines.
Graduates
Please contact your Supervisor or Graduate Secretary for assistance. You should also refer to the website for information regarding procedures and important deadlines. Note that financial penalties will apply if you fail to drop your courses within the first 13 days of the term.
Exchange Students
Please contact exchange@sfu.ca.