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IRCC announced another year for the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot, extending it through August 2027.
IRCC announced the extension as part of measures supporting Francophone communities. The pilot is intended for eligible French-speaking international students attending participating institutions.
If you want to study in French, this may be an option to investigate alongside your academic and financial planning.
Check the current pilot eligibility and participating institutions before choosing this application route.
Read the current pilot requirements
Co-op & work placements
From April 1, 2026, eligible post-secondary students no longer need a separate permit for required student work placements.
Graduate studies
IRCC’s 2026 allocation notice includes a PAL/TAL exemption for master’s and doctoral degree students at public DLIs.