Yes — the Wong International Centre offers support for international students navigating travel and visa-related concerns. While they don’t handle immigration paperwork directly, they’ll guide you through the process and connect you with the right resources.
Here’s how they can help:
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🛂 Study permit guidance – Learn how to extend or renew your permit and what documents are required
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✈️ Visa information – Understand re-entry requirements, temporary resident visas, and travel timelines
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💼 Work eligibility – Clarify rules around working on or off campus, including co-op and post-graduation options
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🧭 Travel planning tips – Get advice on border documentation, travel insurance, and what to expect when leaving or returning to Canada
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📄 Referrals to IRCC – The Centre will direct you to official forms and tools from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
To speak with the International Student Advisor, email international@acadiau.ca or visit the Centre in person.
📘 Helpful Definitions:
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Study permit: A document that allows international students to study in Canada
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Temporary resident visa (TRV): A visa required for entry into Canada depending on your country of citizenship
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IRCC: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — the federal department responsible for immigration services
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📝 Special Notes:
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The Wong Centre does not process immigration documents, but they’ll help you understand what’s needed and where to go
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You should begin renewal or extension processes well before your permit expires
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If you’re planning to travel during breaks, make sure your documents are valid for re-entry
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The Centre also offers support for post-graduation work permit applications and transition planning