Archives: ISSO News

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Provincial Attestation Letter

IRCC Updates – Provincial Attestation Letters (PALs) On January 22, 2024, the Government of Canada announced changes to the existing study permit process to ensure that all students coming to study in Canada are fully supported and set up for success.  Due to the potential for confusion and misinformation on this topic, we recommend... More

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Mailing Address for Study Permit Renewal

At this time of year, many international students are thinking about applying to renew their study permits that will expire in the coming months. Many students will also change their place of residence after the end of the Winter term. By the time the study permit arrives in the mail, the student may have... More

Friday, February 16, 2024

Winter Reading Week Travel Reminders

The ISSO hopes all of our international students have an enjoyable and restful winter break. A reminder that our office and Carleton University will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 for the Family Day holiday. Our Immigration Advisors would like to remind all international students that might be traveling outside of Canada over... More

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Study Permit Tips

Do you need to renew your study permit in 2024? Study permit renewals are not subject to the new caps announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and do not require letters of attestation. Here are some timely tips from the ISSO's immigration advising team: Apply before the expiry date of your current... More

Monday, April 3, 2023

Study Permit Renewals this Summer

Summer is a time when many students relocate or travel. The summer months are also a time when many study permits expire; and when students are waiting for the arrival of the co-op work permit they need for their fall work term. An application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) should include a... More

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Vote Now – Through a Global Lens Photography Contest

Vote Now - Through a Global Lens Photography Contest "New Beginnings" The International Student Services Office is proud to announce that over 60 student entries were submitted for the 2022 edition of our Through a Global Lens Photography Contest.  This year's contest theme is “New Beginnings”. Carleton Community Members are invited to view... More

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Situation Action Result (SAR) Statements

October 12, 2022 Want a simple but effective way to organize your resume?  Follow SAR Statements to make sure your resume is laid out in an easy-to-read way that tells your story. SAR stands for: Situation, Action, Result. Situation: Scenarios you have had to deal with in your experience Action: What you did to resolve... More

Friday, October 7, 2022

Temporary Adjustments for Off-Campus Work Limits

20-hour limit on off-campus work limit will be LIFTED temporarily for international students starting November 15, 2022 On October 7, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that eligible international students will not be limited to 20 hours per week of off-campus work during the period between... More

Monday, October 3, 2022

Support for Carleton Community Members Affected by Current Events in Iran

Together with the entire Carleton Community, the International Student Services Office (ISSO) is offering our support to students who may be affected by current events in Iran. Whether you are living in Ottawa or abroad, significant events happening at home can be overwhelming and distressing. You may feel as though you need additional support... More

Monday, September 26, 2022

Understanding Work Experience

September 26, 2022 Are you completing job applications and wondering what counts as experience? Curricular and co-curricular experiences belong on your resume, as does work from your home country.  Be sure to make use of Carleton Career Services' self-assessment quiz to help you better understand your employability experiences and how they can... More

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Ottawa Summer Events (August)

Are you looking for ways to make the most out of your summer in Ottawa? The Ottawa Tourism Event Calendar is the place to go for upcoming happenings in the National Capital Region. From cultural festivals to musical festivals, professional sporting events to night markets, there is something for everyone and at every price point.... More

Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Ottawa Summer Events (July)

Are you looking for ways to make the most out of your summer in Ottawa? The Ottawa Tourism Event Calendar is the place to go for upcoming happenings in the National Capital Region. From cultural festivals to musical festivals, professional sporting events to night markets, there is something for everyone and at every price point.... More

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