Some provinces allow public colleges to license their curriculum to be delivered by an affiliated private college. In these cases, students physically attend a private college, but graduate with a diploma from a public institution. Concerns have been raised with regard to the quality of education provided by these institutions, as well as the lack of sufficient student support. The Auditor General of Ontario has also raised concerns about a lack of oversight into program quality and student services at these institutions
As such, IRCC has made a change to restrict PGWPs for these institutions, anticipating that without the ability to apply for a PGWP, there will be a reduction in the number of international students enrolling in them.
Who is eligible for a PGWP after graduating from a public-private partnership college program?
International students currently enrolled will remain eligible for a PGWP if they meet other program eligibility criteria.
Who is not eligible for a PGWP after graduating from a public-private partnership college program?
New students enrolling in this type of program will not be eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
