Okanagan College

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows eligible graduates from designated learning institutions (DLIs) to stay in Canada temporarily and gain valuable work experience.

Okanagan College offers PGWP-eligible programs that may qualify under Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) guidelines. If working in Canada after graduation is part of your plan, these programs could help you achieve that goal. For those exploring other pathways, we also offer a variety of programs open to international students that provide valuable skills and education.

IRCC has recently announced changes to PGWP eligibility criteria. Please note: graduation does not automatically guarantee PGWP eligibility. Be sure to check the IRCC website for the most up-to-date requirements and to verify program eligibility or contact the International Recruitment Team

Looking to study in Canada, learn more about Okanagan College programs?Contact our International team—we have recruiters, advisors, and cultural liaisons who can answer your questions and help you join our OC community!

Based on IRCC’s new PGWP criteria, the following Okanagan College programs may be eligible for PGWP. Please check both the IRCC website and this page regularly, as this list may be updated without notice.

The content on this page reflects the information available at the time of its publication. It is important to acknowledge that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and other government departments regularly revise their policies. For the latest information, please visit  Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website. 

Diplomas from Okanagan College in Vernon allow students to be exempt from the work experience requirement for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) for the North Okanagan-Shuswap region!

RCIP is a special program available in only 14 communities across Canada. It helps international students who graduate from certain programs at Okanagan College (Vernon or Salmon Arm campus) stay in Canada long-term to support local job needs.