In a significant development impacting international students in Canada, the country is introducing a new law limiting work hours to 20 per week. Previously, students were allowed to work 40 hours per week due to the pandemic, but starting April 30, 2024, the permission to work full-time will be revoked.
The decision comes as the Canadian government aims to streamline employment opportunities for everyone in the country. The 40-hour work permit for students is being phased out, signaling a return to the pre-pandemic norm. This move is expected to affect international students applying to Canadian universities from India. Before this change, the required amount for a GIC account in Canada was increased from $10,000 to $20,635 per student.
Visa experts suggest that Canada is aligning policies to ensure employment for all, concluding the 40-hour full-time work permit for students. The pandemic temporarily increased work hours to 40, but after April 30, 2024, students will be restricted to 20 work hours per week.
