

International Students: Bring Your Loved Ones
Over 200,000 international students from all over the world come to Canada each year to obtain a high-quality post-secondary education. Canada’s generous immigration policy allows the spouse and minor children of international students to accompany them to Canada to work and study. Spouse or Common-Law Partner The spouse or common-law partner of an international student may apply for an open work permit. The student must be studying full-time at: A public post-secondary insti