The Truth About Working as an International Student in Canada // 5 Things You Should Know

In this video, we'll discuss the truth about working in Canada as an International Studen. Based on our experience, there are 5 things that you should know about working in Canada as an International Student.
This would be very subjective, and it would ultimately depend on your situation and the type of person that you are
If you're planning on coming to Canada as an International Student and possibly working part-time while you're studying, then you should definitely watch this video.
Working in Canada while studying is easier said than done. There would be many ups and downs, but in the end, it would all be worth it.
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00:00 - Intro
00:43 - Summary (Why You Clicked On This Video)
01:19 - Truth #1
02:21 - Truth #2
03:25 - Truth #3
04:40 - Truth #4
05:37 - Truth #5
06:56 - Conclusion
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[@BeaAndDaniel]

📌 Thanks everyone! Here's a video on how to find part-time jobs in Canada: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpnWdIGLn6d1f68

[@psymooon]

Nice content, everything is on point! For some, there is also struggle in fulfulling 20hrs/week. More power to your channel, Bea and Daniel. 🙌🏼

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thanks, Simon!😄 For the community, can you kindly expound more on why some struggle in fulfilling the 20 hours of work per week?

[@iamtreeesh]

Thanks so much for the infos! Love watching you both! Upload more videos ❤️

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thank you so much for your support, Trisha!😊❤️ Yes, more videos to come!

[@philipajinomisanghan6067]

So relatable . I’m a new intl student and this is why I haven’t started working yet

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi Philip! Yes! If you have the means, taking your time to adjust with school and with canada life in general will be best. 👍🏼 Goodluck!☺️

[@jezril1246]

Thanks Bea and Daniel, very direct to the point. Walang pa sikot2x. Keepsafe

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thanks for watching! Glad our content helped!

[@jacques_ev4712]

Amazing video guys, loved it!

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thank you so much!!

[@cjtronco203]

Thank you for this Currently I'm on the process on the suggested agency you told me

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hey, CJ! You're welcome! I hope it helps!😊 Oh nice! When are you planning on coming to Canada?🇨🇦

[@cjtronco203]

@@BeaAndDaniel this August

[@BeaAndDaniel]

@@cjtronco203 Wuhooo! So excited for you!🙌🏽 What school / program?

[@jnrychannel]

Because your visa is under as student not as worker. So prioritize your studies first.

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Very true!

[@ausarohavi6029]

Really helpful, please make a guide and advice for taking IELTS.

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Sure thing! What do you want to know about IELTS?😊

[@ilyasssougrati3591]

Nice content ❤️

[@sunny1530]

is it possible to invest in stock etc, while being in canda as an international student

[@kerbydelosreyes8695]

I'm working 40 hours a week and a student as well.

[@BR-hx4hb]

Hi Bea and Daniel! Just wondering why you took up post secondary degrees rather than post graduate ones. Thanks

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Great question! Post secondary is usually a 2 year program. That would give us 3 years PGWP. Post graduate ones are usually 1 year programs. It'll give you only 1 year PGWP

[@jeuzllamoso3561]

What if you have 2 different works while studying, is it 20hrs per work or 20hrs a total of your 2 works?

[@ryokohonda4619]

How about online jobs? Does the government check that too? Or they only check part time jobs in Canada

[@amineachouri4901]

can i do daytrading (forex,crypto,stoks and futures or cfd's ) as an international student ?

[@medusa121]

Are the 20hr/wk and taxes applies to those working as a freelancer in a remote work setup. Ex, client is in US and they are paying me to my US bank acct.

[@MissMaeDee]

UP

[@almeromandam7252]

Up

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi there! Yes because you have to declare all your income including foreign income when you file your taxes.

[@_zeynepay]

Aren't there scholarship programs? Can you make a video about it?

[@rheapepito8417]

Hi Bea and Daniel! May I know what is the name of your agency when you guys started your student visa application?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi kindly give us a message on instagram :) thank you

[@martinnicklauspadua6165]

thanks bea and daniel...very informative...regarding the 20 hours/week...means face to face, company-based 20 hours per week? how about work from home freelance- does the government strictly monitor the working hours? Thanks.

[@ehn2u814]

Following...how about if you have work online just freelance?

[@adrianmerltorion3066]

Hello. I have seen a vlog about this and 20 hours is OFF-CAMPUS. IN-CAMPUS and Freelancing is not counted as OFF-CAMPUS so it's okay

[@Joeym1655]

If your income is only $1200 per month you will get a refund of the income tax withheld because in 2022 the basic personal amount was $14,398 meaning only amounts above that are subject to tax. This amount is inflation adjusted every year. I haven't heard volggers mention that maybe they just don't know that. You do have to file an income tax return to get the refund.

[@study_vlogs_bd]

thanks

[@BeaAndDaniel]

You're welcome!

[@EnzoZone]

how about what courses to take? ..that are relevant/ in demand in year 2022

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi Enzo! Thank you for your reply. We'll consider making a video about this soon.

[@cherryblossom7340]

I have a question, how can you find a job that lets u work full time for only 2 weeks during semester breaks for example?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Great question! The easiest way to do this is to ask your part-time employer to give you full-time hours during your semester break 😊

[@ireneslifestyle5315]

I have a question, in case you are done with your first program and waiting for the next program to start can you work full time in that period of time?!

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Not so sure, best to ask the school about this

[@amanda.sebastian]

Can we do part time job plus online selling as a international student??

[@snakebiteban]

Thanks for this. As an international student, are we allowed to day trade in stocks or cryptocurrency as a passive income?

[@abhishekgaba2953]

If you wanna be bankrupt then yeah for sure

[@korinazapanta8455]

Ang masasabi ko lang sainyong dalawa "KUNG KAYA NYO KAYA KO RIN🤟🙂" Thank ü guys for your vlogs, mrmi po ako natutunan

[@BeaAndDaniel]

For sure!! Kayang-kaya mo yan! Thanks for watching! Glad we can help 😊❤️

[@ezmoneyphtv2785]

Hello po. May ka kilala po buh kayo nag aaral jan sa canada ang course ay Aircraft Maintenance technician?

[@victorzhang7061]

Thank you for sharing! Bea and Daniel, could you share the thing with me for which no language certificate to be asked to submit before entering a Canadian college/university, does that true?

[@iamcoming5807]

Hi can you help me with some school in Edmonton that accept international student for study short course?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Not so sure, best to ask the school about this

[@Maria-bl6wy]

Love u guys i hope ill get in u of t 😢❤❤❤❤

[@peacetobrothersandsisters3754]

I am a Liberian ,hold Bachelor degree in medical laboratory technician. Can this be worked out?how can you link me to the realization.Thanks

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Not so sure, best to ask the school about this

[@syebethel]

You can only work 20 hrs per week OFF-CAMPUS . You're allowed to work unlimited hours on campus.

[@teekbooy4467]

So i can work for 40 hours on tim hortons inside the campus?

[@bbbeauty-nbrain]

Hello po, about po sa 20 hours per week work. Is it only applicable if you are an employee? What if po, you earn, from being self-employed. Like here in KZbin or other online work? Will you include those hours? Or like will it affect that 20 hours?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Not so sure how to answer this tbh. We just followed the 20 hours rule. You may contact our immigration lawyer, Lou Dangzalan about this. You can book a consultation with Lou by clicking the link below. He'll be giving our subscribers a huge discount 👇🏽 💥Click here to consult with Lou: www.ljd-law.ca/consultation-beadaniel

[@bbbeauty-nbrain]

@@BeaAndDaniel Thank you so much! ❤

[@BeaAndDaniel]

@@bbbeauty-nbrain you're welcome!!❤

[@Titaniascarlet_]

Hello po! Love watching your videos po. Super helpful 🥰 Can I ask a question po to sir Daniel, what is the difference po between business marketing and business acctg? Ano po mas okay na kunin based po sa demand ng work dyan sa CA? Thank you po 💕

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thank you Mariel! :) Business Marketing focuses on marketing theory and case-based problem solving, which will include advertising and promotion and a lot more (this course is great for you if you plan to have a career in the marketing field). Whilst, business accounting according to Centennial's website concentrates on building proficiency in financial and managerial accounting and on fostering in-depth knowledge of accounting software (probably great if you want to have a career on finance sector of a business).

[@kharylleacuna3784]

Hi! I have a question regarding the fall intake, do you have any idea when are the scheduled breaks for the said intake? Thank you!

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi there Kharylle! Fall intake usually have summer breaks (depending on your college). For Centennial College it's from May-Sept, but please make sure ti double check with your chosen college.

[@kharylleacuna3784]

@@BeaAndDaniel thank you so much

[@canadiansfirst3636]

Stay home

[@tokonibia]

@@canadiansfirst3636 wdym

[@canadiansfirst3636]

@@tokonibia WE have a housing crisis..You will not make enough money to live..Most students share a hotel room that is infested with bed bugs. It's bad here. Stay home..

[@user-ne2wc8ej8m]

Damn, I'm Ukrainian student, whoes studying in Lithuania and taxes here is a hell, 30-40% from salary...

[@HaniMarble03]

Hello guys! May I know, how about when applying student loan?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hey Hanna! You mean applying for student loans in Canada? Unfortunately, we're not sure how to do that tbh

[@JT-yj3tr]

You need to be a Canadian or Permanent Resident to apply for a student loan in Canada. Internacional students cannot apply such loans here.

[@lisakennedysmall8922]

Great video can you do a video on how accesing healthcare works for international students ?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thanks, Lisa! Regarding healthcare, it would depend on your school and province. For Centennial College, we were automatically enrolled to GuardMe on the first day of school.

[@lisakennedysmall8922]

Great thank you so much i will confirm with my school in alberta thanks alot

[@BeaAndDaniel]

@@lisakennedysmall8922 For sure! Always best to confirm directly with the school 😊

[@jcb203]

nice video po.. question lang po, for SP may mga nabasa po ako na kelangan po NOC 0, A, B po dapat ang work ng SP para makakuha ng PGWP at para ma-extend ung OWP.. pano po if ang makuhang part time work ng SP is mga work sa fastfoods as mentioned in this vid, hindi po ba makakakuha ng PGWP? thanks po and more power

[@royarlexmaniego8118]

Hello JC, if you want to know more about Studying in Canada as International Student, especially about PGWP, kindly email to [e-mail] and we can discuss it thru free 1-on-1 orientation

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi Jc! To be honest we're not really sure about this, but I think SP should not have any problems on getting his/her PGWP after studying regardless of what work he/she has. Not sure about the OWP though. If you're currently studying, better to connect with your international student advisor to get better advice on this.👍🏼

[@charlesliban]

I have kids and planning to bring my family in Canada while studying. will my kids get free education since I will be paying taxes anyway?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Not so sure how to answer this tbh. You may contact our immigration lawyer, Lou Dangzalan about this. You can book a consultation with Lou by clicking the link below. He'll be giving our subscribers a huge discount 👇🏽 💥Click here to consult with Lou: www.ljd-law.ca/consultation-beadaniel

[@romelitagascon6378]

Nice content, can I ask something po? Ok Lang po Yung culinary course SA Canada ?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi Romelita! This is Bea, for me personally okay naman yung culinary courses dito in terms of madaming new ingredients na wala sa PH, then madami din opportunities after grad (although this is based on scarborough/toronto area)

[@hidayaahmed9915]

Can i work full time as a remote developer ?? Is that allowed ?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Not so sure, best to ask the school about this

[@cristinemolina214]

I found your vlog by searching videos about International Student. I plan to apply this program as some of my relatives in Canada have told me that getting a student visa is the easiest way to move with my Family in Canada. Can you share what is the name of the agency you visited here in the Philippines? TIA

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Please DM us on instagram (instagram.com/beaanddaniel/) for this :)

[@jennifer6773]

Can i ask about my college plan by email?? I’d like to go humber college in design next yesr🙏

[@royarlexmaniego8118]

Hello Jennifer, if you want to know more about Studying in Canada as International Student, kindly email to [e-mail] and we can discuss it thru free 1-on-1 orientation

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Not so sure, best to ask the school about this. You may also contact our immigration lawyer, Lou Dangzalan. You can book a consultation with Lou by clicking the link below. He'll be giving our subscribers a huge discount 👇🏽 💥Click here to consult with Lou: www.ljd-law.ca/consultation-beadaniel

[@pinoybusdrivertv6305]

Nice idol

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thank you✨

[@rovinduthamuditha2688]

Hey guys. I have registered to culinary management program at centennial college for this may intake. Today i found out that there is an assessment test for us to do after arrive there before start the program. can you pls explain about that according to the culinary management program. Is that test essential to culinary management students ? And is there any required specific score or what if we won't get required score ?

[@helenaquino21]

Hi Ma’am Bea, my daugther will take culinary mgt also in centenial. Your reply to Mr Thamuditha querry will help student applying for culinary mgt same as with my daugther. Thank u

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Best to ask the school about this. The assessment is not that hard

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi! Daniel here. Best to ask the school about this. The assessment is not that hard

[@silentkillermd]

Just curious, what if you don't work at all?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Definitely ok! Just make sure you have enough funds to last you for the duration of your stay

[@sanchitbansal1272]

Hey daniel !! U took business marketing right? I want to ask some questions 1. Is the course has future carrer scope ? 2. Can i transfer my credits of business marketing to a degree programe in other university or collage 3. Can i get a job after 2 year business marketing 4. Overall course is good?

[@canadiansfirst3636]

No housing. Students are sleeping in their cars..No drs.

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hey! Daniel here. 1. Yes 2. Not sure about that, best to ask the school 3. Depends on how you apply/network for jobs 4. Course is good!

[@taekookglobal2013]

there's a new update about IRCC na pwede na fulltime ang international student

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Yup! Just made an update about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnStq2h4ot6dr7c

[@desraldchannel5547]

Hi new subscriber here :) ,, planning to be international student in Canada .. Soon ❤️

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hiiii thank you for subscribing!!! So excited for you! When are you planning on coming here?

[@premiumpens9043]

Everyone is talking about Toulon Vocational College

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Interesting! What's everyone saying about it?

[@chengformentera]

Hi po, anong agency po ang nakatulong po sa inyo makarating po ng canada.

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi there! Pls DM us on Instagram (@BeaAndDaniel) for this 😊

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hey there! To know about the agency which helped us get to Canada, please send us a message on Instagram: instagram.com/beaanddaniel/ Or email us at [e-mail]. Hope to hear from you soon!🙌🏼

[@luzmindatapalla7315]

Hello paano po kmi maka kuha ng immigration laywer?❤

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi there! Our immigration lawyer is Lou Dangzalan from www.ljd-law.ca

[@The21Nagi]

Hello Bea and Daniel we just got accepted in Centennial College currently processing visa. is it hard to get a part time job in Centennial college such as in the admin, library etc?

[@kypascua1683]

Up!

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Congraaaats!! Not so sure about this, but def just try :)

[@BeaAndDaniel]

see response above :)

[@amirahmishacayetano8938]

If ako po principal applicant at mgstudy ntin pede ko po ba isama husband and kids ko

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi Amirah! Could be. May mga kilala kami na yung wife yung student, then naka open work permit yung husband and kasama din nila yung anak nila ☺️ just do a lot of research.

[@mjama1256]

Hello bea and Daniel. I live manaila can you plz tell me a good agent I can contact because. Am Planning to study canada. I don't know how to start the process salamaat

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi there! To know more about the agency which helped us get to Canada, please send us a message on Instagram (instagram.com/BeaAndDaniel). Hope to hear from you soon!🙌🏼

[@MetroGz]

Your content is really good. But i think you dont know how hard it is to live in Turkey.

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thank you! Oooh really sorry to hear that

[@qecy3190]

Nakakatakot yung reality jan as an int student, but kakayanin. 😂

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hi QeCy! To be honest it really is nakakatakot. Pero kinaya naman namin, kaya kakayanin niyo din ☺️

[@qecy3190]

@@BeaAndDaniel 😭 thank you po. I'm not in my best mental state bit i have to choose if I'll stay stagnant nalang or I'll push through. ❤️

[@maxhg2056]

Why you guys spoken English is so fluent?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Hey there! Aww thank you! We've been studying English at school (in the Philippines) since we were young, so that helped a lot

[@tokonibia]

Hasn't the rule been changed?

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Yup! Just made an update about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnStq2h4ot6dr7c

[@domdedios3978]

congrats being a PR

[@BeaAndDaniel]

Thank you!!

[@franciscodelapena7026]

Dont fake your funds you are in trouble better do you have an extra money just saying

[@EnerG_]

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