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• Under normal circumstances, all distance learning courses that a student completes outside Canada are excluded from the time that counts toward the length of the PGWP, and 50% of a student’s courses must be completed in Canada and in person. However, IRCC has made some temporary policy chnages to accommodate eligible international students during the pandemic from March 2020 to August 31st, 2022. If you were a student in this situation, please see this information https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/temporary-residents/study-permits/post-graduation-work-permit-program/temporary-policy.html. • For students unaffected by pandemic-related alterations but considering enrolling in online courses, it is advised to prioritize in-person options as they contribute to a more comprehensive Canadian experience. If you complete the majority of the credits/courses by distance learning, you may not be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.