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Can you please confirm if the Master of Organization program provides a one-year or three-year post-study work permit in Canada for a Master's?

22 Jul 2026 · Answered by Disha Roy Choudhury · 1 min read
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A master's degree in Canada now qualifies you for a three-year Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), regardless of whether your program is one or two years long. This change, effective as of 15 Feb 2024, applies to all master's programs, including the Master of Organization.

You can stay and work in Canada for up to three years after graduation with this permit. PGWP rules are subject to change.

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Yes, it is possible. If you complete a one-year master's program in Canada that meets eligibility criteria - such as being at least eight months long, full-time, and from a Designated Learning Institution - you can qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) valid for up to three years.

This policy applies as of February 2024, allowing master's graduates to get a three-year PGWP even if the program is only one year long.

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Yes, in Canada, master's graduates are eligible for a three-year Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as of February 15, 2024, regardless of the program's length.

To qualify, your master's program must be at least eight months long and completed full-time. You must apply for the PGWP within 180 days of receiving official confirmation of program completion.

The PGWP is a one-time opportunity and cannot be extended or reissued after a second program. PGWP rules are subject to change.

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