🍁 In Simple Terms
As a rule the study permit is applied for before you travel. Two exceptions exist, one for a short list of people who may apply at the border (214) and one for people already in Canada (215).
Affects: International students and study permit holders
Legal Text: IRPR Regulation 213
213 Subject to sections 214 and 215, in order to study in Canada, a foreign national shall apply for a study permit before entering Canada.
In Practice
Related Regulations
Official Source: Justice Canada: IRPR r. 213 (authoritative, may differ from this display)
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