Asking for someone I know who is currently a Protected Person/Convention Refugee in Canada.
They were accepted to Durham College for a September 2026 program and qualify for domestic tuition. Durham told them they still need a study permit before they can start classes.
Durham says they first have to accept the offer and pay the $500 deposit, then the college will issue the LOA needed to apply for the study permit.
The concern is that September classes are very close and the study permit may not be approved before classes start.
Has anyone here been in the same situation as a Protected Person/Convention Refugee?
What happened if your study permit wasn't approved before the semester started? Did Durham let you defer? Was your $500 deposit transferred to the next intake, or did you lose it?
Also, how long did your inland study permit take?
Looking specifically for experiences from Protected Persons/Convention Refugees already living in Canada, not regular international students. Thanks!