Humber is a publicly funded institution and does not have a public-private partnership. Eligible international students graduating from a PGWP-eligible program at Humber can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
Many Humber Graduates are Eligible to Apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit
If you applied for your Study Permit by October 31, 2024
Most Humber programs are eligible for a PGWP as long as you applied for your study permit by October 31, 2024.
If you applied for your Study Permit November 1, 2024, or later
You will need to meet the new field of study requirements to qualify for a PGWP. The list of PGWP-eligible programs at Humber is now available. Please note, Bachelor's Degree programs do not have a field of study requirement. All Humber degree programs are PGWP-eligible.
The length of the post-graduation work permit may be issued based on the length of your program or up to 3 years. The PGWP is an open work permit allowing you to work for any employer in Canada. Your work experiences in Canada may make you eligible for immigration programs like Express Entry if you meet the eligibility requirements.
It is important to begin the application process as soon as possible after receipt of your graduation documents because processing times can be lengthy at times.
Graduation documents are typically available on MyHumber four to six weeks after the end of your final semester. For example, students who complete their program in April should expect to receive graduation documents in early June.
If you submit your PGWP application on or after November 1, 2024, you must prove your English or French language skills with a minimum level of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 in English or Niveaux de competence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) 5 in French in all 4 language areas.
How to Apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit
- Go to IRCC website; choose your language preference
- Choose “Study”, “Stay and work in Canada after you graduate”, then “Find out if you’re eligible-Post-Graduation work permit”
Summary of Application Procedure
- Applications should be submitted online. If you cannot submit an online application due to disabilities or any other reason, please consult with an International Student Advisor.
- Complete application form IMM 5710. You need to click on hyperlink, download the form and open the form with advanced Adobe version
- Gather and scan supporting documents
- Pay processing fee
- Submit application for processing; if you submit an online application, monitor the email account you specified on your application (including spam and junk folders) in case IRCC has a query about your application. These messages are time sensitive
Disclaimer
There are several temporary measures in place that may impact application policies and processes. The information on our website is based on normal situations and for applications made from inside Canada. For the most recent updates, please visit the IRCC website: canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.
The information on this website was prepared by a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) in compliance with the Canadian Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration laws and procedures change frequently, so the requirements and procedure to qualify/apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit may have changed. This page was updated on November 18, 2024. It is intended for students of Humber Polytechnic; the information contained herein may not be applicable to students at other academic institutions.