Many international students studying and doing research in the United States are wondering about the future of their immigration status in the United States. Students with legal status can be anxious about possible ICE raids and possible errors that could find them in a detention centre or deported. Study and work permit renewals, if needed, are uncertain.
For those students who are concerned, it may be worth looking into transferring to one of Canada’s excellent Universities, since Canada does not have the same immigration policies as the United States. Spouses or common-law partners may be eligible for open work permits, which is a big benefit.
Here are the top 10 Canadian Universities according to Times Higher Education: University of Toronto
- University of British Columbia (Vancouver)
- McGill University (Montréal)
- McMaster University (Hamilton, Ontario)
- University of Alberta (Edmonton)
- University of Montréal
- University of Waterloo (Waterloo, Ontario)
- University of Ottawa
- University of Calgary
- Western University (London, Ontario)
Graduates of a Canadian University can use their credential to apply for Permanent Residence in Canada. Express Entry awards additional points for Canadian diplomas and many Provincial Nominee Programs are open to graduates of institutions located in their province.
Post-doctoral fellows are eligible for work permits with a letter of support from the University that is sponsoring them.
So, please contact us now to talk about your options for transferring to a University in Canada, and how to obtain the right permits!