Many Provincial Nomination Initiatives (PNPs) and other immigration programmes encourage international students to remain in Canada after completing their education.

Canada has made provisions to encourage international students and graduates to stay, obtain work experience, or contribute in other ways to the economy and culture of the country.

Before applying for permanent residency, many graduates first get a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Here are some of the most popular immigration programmes in Canada for former international students.