Program delivery update: Work related to a research, educational or training program [R205(c)(i) – C31, C32 and C33] – Canadian interests – International Mobility Program
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
April 16, 2026
The instructions for officers processing foreign nationals seeking a work permit for work related to a research, educational or training program [R205(c)(i) – C31, C32 and C33] have been updated.
- Removed the requirement for post-secondary co-op work permit (C32) applications as of April 1, 2026. Eligible students will perform work that is an essential part of a post-secondary academic, vocational or professional training program offered by a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada through the on-campus work authorization.
- Added instructions for the administrative withdrawal of post-secondary co-op work permit (C32) applications received before or after April 1, 2026.
- Changed the title of the page from “Work related to a research, educational or training program – Exemption codes C31, C32 and C33 (International Mobility Program [IMP])” to “Work related to a research, educational or training program [R205(c)(i) – C31, C32 and C33] – Canadian interests – International Mobility Program.”
- Removed the port of entry (POE) banner and incorporated POE information in the body of the instructions.