The latest announcement in the immigration system of Canada indicated that while the skilled immigration is currently experiencing a setback, the eligible applicants of Student Permit Canada must try this way to migrate to Canada. There have been several international students who are now happily settled in Canada and you can definitely be one amongst them. Even if you have years of gap, then also you stand equal chance to get to study in Canada, provided you follow the right approach.
If you feel that you are not confident about your decision to study in Canada, then you can have a counseling session with student visa consultants who are well-aware of the requirements and procedure of various Universities in Canada and the visa process as well. If you are planning for overseas education after significant study gap, then you must have meaningful work experience in your area of interest. Also, you should be able to demonstrate as to how the program that you are looking for will add to your professional life in future.
To be able to apply for the student permit Canada, a student must have unconditional letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institute in Canada. Once you get an admission into a valid program offered by an authorized institute, you become eligible for the student visa. Try to score 7.5 or above in your IELTS as it can turn the decision in your favor. Other factors that will add positively to your profile is submitting fee of one year upfront, opening GIC account with desired amount and showing enough funds to study and live in Canada. Strong academic record or professional experience also support favorable visa decision.
Once you land in Canada with your student permit Canada, you can work part-time and gain work experience. Most importantly, you can apply for post-graduate work permit after completing your graduation to work in Canada and eventually you can apply for permanent residency after working in Canada for a year. Therefore, though slightly long but studying in Canada can bring you double benefits as you will have a Canadian qualification along with permanent residency.