Employment and Volunteer

The temporary policy allowing international students to work more than 20 hours per week off-campus ended on April 30, 2024

On April 29, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced an upcoming change to the off-campus work hours for international students. Beginning in Fall 2024, it is expected that eligible international students may work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during regular academic terms. Further details about this policy change will be announced by IRCC at a later date. 

Employment and Volunteer

As an international student, there are restrictions on the type of employment you can have. This section describes your employment options and covers other employment topics, including volunteer regulations.

Work on campus >

Work off campus >

Co-op work permit >

Work after graduation >

Social Insurance Number >

Volunteer >