Working On-campus
As an international student, you may qualify to work on-campus without a work permit. If you qualify, your study permit will allow you to work up to unlimited hours. Visit the IRCC website to review eligibility. Visit the Trent Job Board for information on current job opportunities.
Working Off-campus
As an international student, you may qualify to work off-campus without a work permit. If you qualify, your study permit will allow you to work up to 24-hours per week during regular academic sessions and full-time during scheduled breaks. Visit the IRCC website to review eligibility.
Social Insurance Number (SIN)
The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number that you need to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits. To obtain your SIN, please visit a Service Canada Center with your proof-of-identity documents.
Income Tax Resources
We at Trent International cannot legally provide advice relating to income tax. Please consult a Canadian Income Tax expert.
Are you an international student studying in Canada? You can find out about Canada's income tax system on the Canada Revenue Agency website.
Tax Preparation Businesses
There are a number of businesses in Ontario that provide tax preparation services. You will want to have a business with experience in filing income tax for international students. Using your favourite online search engine, search "local tax preparation services" to find the difference services available at cost.
Volunteer Tax Preparation Clinics
There are a group of volunteers that will assist with low income tax preparations for free. You can view the listing of upcoming tax clincs on the Government of Canada website.
Glossary of tax terms:
- T4 - report of income earned
- T4a - report of scholarship/awards received
- T2202a - report of tuition paid
- SIN - Social Insurance number used to identify your tax record
- ITN - Individual tax number: http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t1261/README.html
Disclaimer
The immigration information on this page has been reviewed and endorsed by Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIAs) in compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and Regulations. However, this is not a legal document and information may change without notice. Always refer to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the most up-to-date information.
We at Trent International cannot legally provide advice relating to income tax. Please consult a Canadian Income Tax expert.