Canada, the student perspective.

Can I work while studying in Canada?

Eligible international students may work off campus for up to 24 hours a week during regular academic terms, counting all their off-campus jobs together. Eligibility includes a qualifying program of at least six months leading to a credential, the required study status and permit conditions, and a Social Insurance Number. Work cannot begin before studies start.

Scheduled breaks have separate conditions that may allow full-time work. Studying only English or French as a second language, general-interest courses or admission prerequisites does not by itself qualify you for off-campus student work. On-campus jobs and required placements follow their own rules; the off-campus limit should not be applied indiscriminately to every situation.

Plan to finance your studies without relying on a Canadian job that you have not secured. Immigration financial evidence is assessed separately from the possibility of working later.

Looking for the former CEC Kuala Lumpur?

The former Canadian Education Centre Network is no longer operating. Telephone numbers and office details quoted in older Malaysian school directories are not current StudyCanada contacts. Send your question through the current form and describe your qualification, intended level, preferred intake and budget.

StudyCanada provides information and orientation. It does not issue visas, decide admissions or act as a Canadian consulate.