The PDF we give students who can’t book a call this week. Verified costs, study permit rules, PGWP routes, PR pathways and what actually leads to citizenship.
Verified costs by province. Tuition, GIC, accommodation, transit. Real numbers per metro.
PGWP eligibility map. Which programs qualify, which don’t, and the recent rule tightening.
Refusal-rate by college. Designated learning institutions ranked by IRCC refusal rate, plain truth.
PDF, ~2.4 MB · used by 240+ students this intake.
The brief
Canada 2025 / 26
Volume 03 · 40 pages
Transitley
Honestly answered
The questions we get most.
How much will a Master’s in Canada really cost, all in?
Year one, end-to-end, typically lands between CAD 37,000 and CAD 53,000 depending on province, course and accommodation. The calculator above is what we use on the first call.
Is the PGWP still up to 3 years?
Yes for eligible programs. The PGWP duration matches your program length, capped at 3 years. Recent IRCC changes restricted PGWP for some private partnerships, we map the eligibility on call.
What does the GIC mean and is it refundable?
Guaranteed Investment Certificate, CAD 20,635 deposited with a Canadian bank as proof of funds. Released to you monthly over the first year. Required for SDS stream applicants.
Will my course actually qualify for PR via Express Entry?
Depends on the field, province and your CRS score. CEC under Express Entry usually needs CRS 470+. PNP routes can lower the bar. We score your profile on the first call.
How early should I start? My intake is next year.
10–12 months out is comfortable. Fall intake applications open a year ahead. SDS study permits take 20 days, regular stream takes 8–12 weeks. Plan accordingly.
Can my spouse work while I study?
Open Work Permit eligibility was restricted in 2024 to spouses of Master’s/PhD/professional-program students. Children get free K-12 schooling. We confirm current rules for your case.
What does working with Transitley cost?
First consultation is free. The full admissions service is paid by the student, not the university; advice points where it should. Exact pricing is on the call.
Trip on
One call. One counsellor. Visa filed.
Seven destinations, one process. A counsellor reads every inquiry. The eligibility call is free, and we tell you honestly when a case isn’t winnable.