International students who wish to work in Canada after graduation may qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced new PGWP eligibility requirements for students applying for a study permit on or after November 1, 2024. To qualify, students must graduate from a program in one of five priority fields: agriculture and agri-food, health care, science / technology / engineering / mathematics (STEM), trades, or transport.
Students who apply for a study permit before November 1, 2024, are not affected by these changes and remain eligible to apply for a PGWP regardless of their field of study.
If you are interested in working in Canada after you graduate, please make sure your program aligns with the . Based on the information currently available, the programs listed below have been assigned a CIP (Classification of Instructional Programs) code by Ontario's Ministry of Colleges and Universities that meet these requirements, and may allow you to acquire a PGWP after completing your studies.
Contact a Regional Manager based on your location if you have questions about ÑÕÉäÍ̾« programs, PGWP, and more.
Eligible Programs | Credential | CIP Code |
---|---|---|
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics Engineering | Baccalaureate Degree | 14.4201 |
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) | Baccalaureate Degree | 51.3801 |
Computer Programming | Ontario College Diploma | 11.0201 |
Construction Techniques | Ontario College Certificate | 46.0000 |
Cybersecurity | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 11.1003 |
Cybersecurity - Canadian Context | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 11.1003 |
Early Childhood Education | Ontario College Diploma | 19.0709 |
Educational Support | Ontario College Diploma | 13.1501 |
Graphic Design - Digital Media | Ontario College Advanced Diploma | 50.0409 |
Health Care Administration | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 51.0704 |
Health Care Leadership - Canadian Context | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 51.0704 |
Health Informatics | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 51.2706 |
Mechanical Techniques - Industrial Maintenance (Millwright) | Ontario College Certificate | 47.0303 |
Mechanical Techniques - Machine Shop | Ontario College Certificate | 48.0503 |
Motive Power Fundamentals - Heavy Equipment and Truck Repair | Ontario College Certificate | 47.0302 |
Motive Power Technician - Advanced Repair | Ontario College Diploma | 47.0302 |
Natural Environment Technician - Conservation and Management | Ontario College Diploma | 03.0201 |
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant | Ontario College Diploma | 51.0806 |
Personal Support Worker - Developmental | Ontario College Diploma | 51.2602 |
Personal Support Worker | Ontario College Certificate | 51.2602 |
Practical Nursing | Ontario College Diploma | 51.3901 |
Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees | Ontario College Certificate | 51.1199 |
Social Service Worker | Ontario College Diploma | 44.0000 |
Supply Chain Management | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 52.0203 |
Supply Chain Management - Emergent Technologies | Ontario College Graduate Certificate | 52.0203 |
Welding Techniques | Ontario College Certificate | 48.0508 |