To apply for a PGWP, graduates must submit their application within 180 days of receiving their final grades and completion confirmation from Laurentian University. The application is submitted online through Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and requires documents such as the official transcript, a letter confirming program completion, and a valid passport. Applicants must ensure that their study permit was valid during their time of study and that they maintained full-time student status throughout their program. Processing times vary, but students can work while waiting for their permit if they apply before their study permit expires.

Yes, many international graduates use the Canadian work experience gained through the PGWP to apply for permanent residency. One common pathway is the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under the Express Entry system, which awards points based on skilled work experience in Canada. Other options include the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) or Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP), which may offer additional opportunities for graduates who work in specific regions, such as Sudbury. Meeting the required work experience, language proficiency, and other criteria improves the chances of obtaining PR status.