Nova Scotia
The Government of Canada, through IRCC, now requires students who applied for study permits on or after November 1, 2024, to graduate from programs in one of six priority fields.
Nova Scotia’s Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) offer a range of programs that qualify graduates for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), allowing them to gain valuable Canadian work experience. Explore the list:
| S.N. | Institution Name | DLI No. | City | Campuses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Université Sainte-Anne | O19391556726 | Church Point | Church Point |
| 2 | University of King’s College | O19391556768 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 3 | The Language Centre at Saint Mary’s University | O19347769972 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 4 | St. Francis Xavier University | O19391556899 | Antigonish | Antigonish |
| 5 | Saint Mary’s University | O19021279692 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 6 | NSCAD University (Nova Scotia College of Art and Design) | O19021269652 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 7 | Nova Scotia Community College | O19091820452 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 8 | Mount Saint Vincent University | O19301947442 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 9 | Dalhousie University | O19209939282 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 10 | Cape Breton University | O19391556824 | Sydney | Sydney |
| 11 | Atlantic School of Theology | O19391556837 | Halifax | Halifax |
| 12 | Acadia University | O19391556792 | Wolfville | Wolfville |
Important Note: The information on this page reflects what is currently available and is subject to change. IRCC and other government agencies frequently update policies, so please visit the official IRCC website for the most up-to-date information.
