Co-op Work Permit/Extension

If you are enrolled in a program that includes an internship, practicum, or work experience component, Immigration Refugees Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires you to apply for a Co-op Work Permit to be eligible to work full-time during that portion of the program. 

If you are extending your Study Permit you should indicate on your application that you would also like to apply for a Co-op Work Permit/Extension.

To be eligible for the Co-op Work Permit you must meet the following requirements below:

  • Have a valid Study Permit

  • Employment must be an essential part of your program of study in Canada

  • Your employment component cannot be more than 50% of your total program of study

Please note: the Co-op Work Permit can only be used for employment that is part of your official program of study. You may only work full-time during the designated period of your internship, practicum or work experience.

It is important to apply early to ensure that you receive your Co-op Work Permit in time for your scheduled internship, practicum, or work experience placement.

How to Request your Co-op Work Permit/Extension Letter

Depending on which program you are enrolled in, you may request a Co-op Work Permit/Extension Letter from Langara Global or the Co-op office.

If your program is on the list below please fill out the request form. If your program does not appear on the list below and you require a Co-op Letter please contact coop [at] langara.ca (coop[at]langara[dot]ca).  For all other inquiries please contact international [at] langara.ca (international[at]langara[dot]ca).

For more information on how to apply for the Co-op Work Permit/Extension please refer to this handout.

List of Eligible Programs

For these programs, please fill out the form using the link below, to request the Co-op Work Permit/Extension Letter.

  • Certificate: Early Childhood Education (Part-time)
  • Certificate: Early Childhood Education (Full-time) Certificate: Social Service Worker
  • Certificate: Social Service Worker (Gerontology)
  • Diploma in Design Formation
  • Diploma in Early Childhood Education
  • Diploma in Gerontology
  • Diploma: Nutrition and Food Service Management Adv.
  • Diploma: Nutrition & Food Service Management
  • Post-Degree Diploma: Nursing Practice in Canada

CO-OP Work Permit Letter Request Form