Minor children are defined as those who are under the age of majority, as set out of by each province or territory at the time of their arrival in Canada.
Minor children are defined as those who are under the age of majority, as set out of by each province or territory at the time of their arrival in Canada.
Province or Territory | Age of Majority |
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Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan | 18 years |
British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, northwest territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Yukon | 19 years |
The parent or legal Guardians must prove the minor child will have the care and support they need during their stay and study in Canada. Minor children under the age of 17 must either, come with their parent or legal guardian or have a custodian in Canada.
Minor children who want to study for six months or more must apply for a study permit. This includes minor children who come with parents of holding study or work permit but they don’t need to provide a letter of acceptance from a school at the time of the application.
A minor child can go to school without a study permit if:
Minor children who are already in Canada may study without a study permit if they:
Minors who don’t have a study permit need a valid visitor status during their stay in Canada.
Related: Student Information Form