Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you are currently inside Canada as a visitor, you may be eligible to apply for a study permit from within Canada. For more information, visit the IRCC website.

Post-Graduation Work Permits may be issued up to three years and are dependent on the length of your program. To determine how much of your studies counts towards a PGWP, visit the IRCC website.

You need to submit your application to extend your study permit within 90 days before the expiry date of your current valid study permit. We recommend you to take note of the expiry date of your current valid study permit and mark that date in your calendar. Once you have that date entered, you can count 90 days before and make a note to begin the process of applying to extend your study permit. For more information, visit the IRCC website.

If your study permit expired less than 90 days ago, you may be eligible to restore your status in Canada. While you wait for a decision on your application, you cannot study or work. For more information contact our team or visit the IRCC website.

You will have to submit an application for a Verification of Status or a Replacement of an Immigration Document. Instructions for completing this process can be found on the IRCC website. If you submitted copies of your immigration documents to our office, we may be able to provide a copy to help support your document replacement application. Contact our team for additional information and support.

Depending on your situation, you may be eligible for an approved leave of absence. Your leave must be approved and you will be responsible for ensuring you have all necessary and relevant supporting documentation that proves the reason and circumstance of your leave. Consult our team for further information. It is recommended to remain enrolled in all required academic sessions according to your level of study to avoid any complications with future immigration applications.

There are a few avenues for contacting your professors, but typically you can send an email directly to them or through UR Courses. The syllabus for each of your courses will outline the best method for contacting your professors.

Our Global Learning Centre offers a variety of tutoring services, including English and writing, mathematics, statistics, chemistry, and more. It's all free and we also have many workshops available for you to attend.

If you're looking to volunteer and contribute to our campus community, check out our International Peer Advisor Program for opportunities to engage in cultural diversity, build community, and develop your leadership skills!

Every student has responsibilities and expectations to uphold with regard to academic integrity. To learn about and understand academic misconduct and plagiarism, visit the Academic Integrity Hub.