Immigration Updates and Q&A for SFU International Students

Join us for an informative session where we’ll discuss the recent changes announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Topics include updates to post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility, spousal open work permit (SOWP) eligibility, and the temporary immigration medical exam policy.
Navigating these updates can be confusing. This session aims to provide clarity and support and help understand how these changes may affect you as an international student at SFU.

We will explore key reforms outlined by IRCC in recent announcements, followed by an interactive Q&A session to address your questions. Our expert International Student Advisor, Immigration Specialist, will provide guidances to ensure you’re well-informed.

• WHAT: Immigration updates and Q&A session

• WHO: Current SFU international undergraduate and graduate students

• WHEN: November 28, 2024, at 2:30-3:30 PM (PT). Please use this time zone converter tool if you are in a different time zone.

• Overview of IRCC’s updates for international student programs

• Answers to common questions regarding IRCC’s announcements

• Live Q&A with an International Student Advisor, Immigration Specialist

The workshop will feature a Live Q&A period with an International Student Advisor to discuss IRCC’s recent updates.

To better prepare for the live Q&A, please review the following resources before attending:

• IRCC News Release on September 18, 2024

• IRCC Speaking Notes on September 18, 2024

• IRCC Backgrounder

• IRCC webpage for the new PGWP requirements

• Immigration Medical Exam (IME) temporary policy update on October 04, 2024

• SFU webpage - Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Updates – September 18, 2024

• SFU webpage – new PGWP requirements

You can submit your questions during registration or ask them during the session.

The advisor will do their best to address the majority of questions however not all questions are guaranteed to be discussed.

*Note - This session is not a platform to ask case-specific questions. If you need one-on-one support, please visit our Connect With Us page for a list of advising options.

We are committed to hosting inclusive and accessible events. For accommodation requests or accessibility inquiries, please contact [email protected]

Zoom Link: Registered participants will receive the link upon registration.

Zoom Disclaimer: Please note that while this event is intended for the SFU community, given that it is hosted on a public website, others may end up joining and we cannot

assure privacy. By clicking on the link and joining, you acknowledge that you are participating in a public online event.

Zoom Protocol: When you enter the online space, please mute your microphone and turn off your camera. You may choose to turn these on during the Q&A portion of the session if you wish. For information on privacy and security with Zoom, please visit: https://www.sfu.ca/information-systems/services/zoom/privacy-and-security.html

QUESTIONS: Please contact [email protected] for any session related questions.

Host or Publisher SFU International Services for Students