IRCC Notices & Policy Updates

IRCC issued a notice on maximizing the contributions of temporary workers already in Canada, confirming that eligible work permit holders may study for up to six months (or until their permit expires, whichever comes first) without applying for a separate study permit. The underlying Temporary Public Policy took effect September 4, 2026, and IRCC has begun notifying eligible workers directly this week. Actionable: TFW/IMP clients on valid work permits who want to enrol in short-term study no longer need a separate study permit application — confirm eligibility before advising clients to enrol. (Source: [IRCC Notice](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/notices/economic-growth-public-services-contributions-temporary-workers.html)(PublicPolicy)(https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/mandate/policies-operational-instructions-agreements/public-policies/study-without-study-permit.html))

No newly posted or revised IRCC Operational Bulletins/Manuals, Public Policies, or Ministerial Instructions beyond the item above were confirmed on the official index since the prior run. (Source: [IRCC Operational Bulletins and Manuals index](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals.html))