Who must apply:
Students in these Fleming programs must apply for a Coop Work Permit prior to arrival in Canada, or upon arrival:
| ACM | CIC | FHP | PHM | SW |
| AQU | CJS | FT | PLG | TV |
| AR | DSI (if selecting placement) | GDV | PMD | |
| AWS | DA | HCA | PN | |
| BAD | DSW | HCM | POA | |
| BO | EC | HIM | PWS | |
| BTF | ED | HTR/HRW | RDB | |
| CAM | EDD | MAC | RT | |
| CBS | EMT |
PF |
SAG |
Optional Co-ops: Some programs are eligible for an optional co-op. If you are considering applying, see an international student advisor to discuss requirements.
Current Processing Times: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html
How to Apply
Instruction Guide: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/application-forms-guides/guide-5580-applying-work-permit-student-guide.html
Required documents: You will require a Co-op Letter from Fleming College to apply:
Outside Canada, prior to arrival: apply for the Co-op Work Permit when you apply for your study permit & use page 4 of your Fleming offer of admission package, called “Co-op Work Permit Information”
In Canada, request an updated Co-op Letter of Support here: https://forms.office.com/r/hvc2nJ2kic (7 – 10 business days required).
Do not apply at the border without seeing a International Student Advisor first.
Please note: If you have changed programs since you received your Fleming offer letter, speak to an advisor about whether you need a new letter. If you have changed Designated Learning Institution (college), you must apply online to change conditions and be approved before starting.
- Create a Government of Canada account: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/account.html – log in and “Start an Application/Apply to Come to Canada”
- Complete the Eligibility Questionnaire, making sure to answer yes to the question “Is your work an essential part of your studies?”
- Here is a sample with questions and answers for the Eligibility Questionnaire
- Upload the required documents, see Document Checklist by using Internet Explorer: https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/pdf/kits/forms/imm5583e.pdf
- Submit it
Immigration Medicals: an updated medical examination with a panel physician may be required if your placement will require you to work with children or the elderly, in health services, in a laboratory or as agricultural worker. Students are advised to refer to and follow the specific IRCC instructions for completing an immigration medical. Failure to do so may result in processing delays.
You must submit a valid Immigration Medical Exam (IME) if you are applying for a co-op work permit for a program within the School of Health (example: Personal Support Worker and Practical Nursing). A valid IME is one that has been completed within the last 12 months before submitting your co-op work permit application.
Watch the step-by-step tutorial here
More questions?
Email international@flemingcollege.ca
The Government of Canada can change rules, regulations, policies, and eligibility requirements at any time. The contents of this webpage were based on policies and legislation of the drafting date. Students are responsible for ensuring that they are in compliance with all Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regulations at all times during their studies and while in Canada. Fleming College staff are not authorized to provide advice or guidance on immigration-related matters, other than our International Student Advisors. Applicants and students should consult the IRCC website at https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada.html or contact the IRCC Call Centre at 1-888-242-2100 to confirm or clarify immigration-related information and requirements.