• 26 June 2025

Urgent Alert: Study & Work Permits in Canada Now at Risk of Cancellation Without Warning

In recent weeks, alarming reports have emerged from within Canada's immigration landscape that demand immediate attention from international students and foreign workers.

What’s Happening?

Due to recent developments in *Canadian immigration policy, both **study permits* and *work permits* are reportedly being *cancelled without prior notice*. This trend is affecting hundreds of temporary residents, many of whom are now finding themselves suddenly out of status — with little to no explanation.

This unexpected and sweeping shift in enforcement is catching many off guard, especially those who believed their immigration status was secure while awaiting decisions or renewals.

Real Cases of Sudden Visa Expiry

At Stanstead Immigration, we’ve begun to receive a growing number of inquiries and consultations from clients whose permits were *revoked unexpectedly. In some cases, individuals received no official warning — just a system update indicating that their visa was **expired* or *no longer valid*.

This is not just theoretical risk. It’s happening now.

 Why Is This Happening?

Several possible causes have been flagged:

Policy Tightening*: Canada has been revising temporary resident pathways, particularly around study and work permits, to control overstay rates and restore public trust in the system.

Delayed IRCC Decisions*: When applications for extension or restoration are not processed in time, permits can lapse without interim measures.

Technical Changes in IRCC Systems*: New automation tools may be enforcing hard cut-off rules on expiry dates without discretion.

While IRCC has not formally acknowledged these cases as policy, the volume of reports suggests a broader systemic shift may be occurring.

Who Is Most at Risk?

You may be vulnerable to unexpected cancellation if:

* You’ve applied for a *study permit or work permit extension* and are awaiting a decision.

* You’ve changed schools, employers, or provinces *without updating your file*.

* You are on *maintained status* and assuming continued validity without confirmation.

* You’ve received a letter extending your previous permit for up to *12 months*, but haven’t followed up on your current application status.

What You Should Do Right Now

1. *Check Your IRCC Portal* – Login to verify the current status of your permit and application.

2. *Review All Communications* – Look for any updates, even small ones, in your IRCC messages.

3. *Contact an RCIC Immediately* – If anything looks suspicious, consult a regulated Canadian immigration consultant without delay.

4. *Keep Copies* – Save all previous permits, emails, and acknowledgment letters to prove your good faith and timelines.

5. *Be Proactive* – Don’t assume silence from IRCC means your case is safe.

 How We Can Help

At *Stanstead Immigration*, we offer fast-track consultations for those at risk of:

* Losing valid status

* Facing removal proceedings

* Needing restoration or legal remedy

* Reapplying under new policies

We help international students, PGWP holders, foreign workers, and families *stay informed and protected* in a fast-changing immigration system.

Call to Action

*Don’t wait until it’s too late.* If your visa is under review or you’ve noticed irregularities, *book a consultation now*.

Visit www.StansteadImmigration.ca

Email: info@stansteadimmigration.ca

Serving all of Canada and international clients