Due to the pandemic, there are temporary measures in place that may impact the applications policy and process. The information on our website is based on normal situations and for applications made from inside Canada. For the most recent update, please visit IRCC website: canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship
The 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, and so the requirements and procedure for applying for your Co-op work permit may have changed. This page was updated on July 01, 2022. This page is intended for students of Humber College; the information contained herein may not be applicable to students at other academic institutions.
Some programs require a mandatory paid/unpaid internship or work placement as part of the academic curriculum. International students in these programs must apply for a co-op work permit as well as a study permit.
If work is integral to your program of study, you are required to have a co-op work permit before you start your work. Your co-op work permit will list “Humber College” as your employer; this work permit still allows you to work for external employers. Your co-op work permit is only valid for the mandatory hours to fulfill your approved co-op requirements.
When applying for the initial study permit, if you have a mandatory work placement, please apply for your co-op work permit at the same time. Students can find the co-op letter in the offer letter. IRCC may issue both study permit and co-op work permit to you when you enter Canada. If you did not apply for a co-op work permit overseas, you should apply for it upon arrival in Canada as soon as possible as processing time can take several months. Click on the following Apply Now button for instructions.
Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay Or Remain In Canada As A Worker (IMM5710)
1-888-242-2100
Create a MyCIC Account (required for online applications)
Courier package to:
Case Processing Centre in Edmonton
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada
c/o Student Work Permits/New Employer, Station 555
9700 Jasper Avenue NW, Suite 55
Edmonton, AB T5J 4C3
(requires completion of eligibility questionnaire AND creating a MyCIC account)
Please note: if you have further questions: attend a co-op permit workshop or contact an International Student Advisor.
For further details and to see your eligibility for applying to this co-op work permit, please visit the Government of Canada website.
If you have further questions, attend a co-op work permit workshop or contact us.