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DOCUMENT CHECKLIST — STUDY PERMIT
Prepared October 23, 2026 · Ontario, Canada
RECITALS
WHEREAS the undersigned desires to set out in writing the matters described below;
WHEREAS this document has been prepared with reference to the laws of Ontario, Canada;
NOW, THEREFORE, the following provisions shall apply:
Applicant: Maria Santos
Country of citizenship: Philippines
Intended province: Ontario
Generated: October 23, 2026
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
1. ☐ Valid passport (valid beyond the intended study period)
2. ☐ Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI), including PAL/TAL where required
3. ☐ Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), if applicable to your province and program
4. ☐ Proof of funds: tuition for the first year plus living expenses (e.g., GIC, bank statements, scholarship letters)
5. ☐ Proof of payment of tuition deposit (if required by the institution)
6. ☐ Academic transcripts, diplomas, and certificates
7. ☐ Language test results (IELTS/TOEFL/TEF), if required by the program
8. ☐ Statement of Purpose (draft included below)
9. ☐ Police certificates (if requested by IRCC)
10. ☐ Medical exam results from a panel physician (if required)
11. ☐ Proof of ties to home country
12. ☐ Completed IRCC forms: IMM 1294, Family Information, as applicable
PROGRESS: 0 of 12 documents ready
STILL TO OBTAIN
Valid passport (valid beyond the intended study period)
Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI), including PAL/TAL where required
Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), if applicable to your province and program
Proof of funds: tuition for the first year plus living expenses (e.g., GIC, bank statements, scholarship letters)
Proof of payment of tuition deposit (if required by the institution)
Academic transcripts, diplomas, and certificates
Language test results (IELTS/TOEFL/TEF), if required by the program
Statement of Purpose (draft included below)
Police certificates (if requested by IRCC)
Medical exam results from a panel physician (if required)
Proof of ties to home country
Completed IRCC forms: IMM 1294, Family Information, as applicable
IMPORTANT: IRCC requirements change frequently. Always verify the current document list at canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship before submitting.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE / LETTER OF EXPLANATION (DRAFT)
October 23, 2026
To: Visa Officer
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Re: STUDY PERMIT — Maria Santos
Dear Visa Officer,
I am writing to support my application for a Canadian study permit. My goal is to pursue quality education in Canada and return home with skills that serve my community.
My name is Maria Santos, a citizen of Philippines. To complete a two-year Business Administration diploma at a designated learning institution in Toronto, and then return home to apply those skills in my family's business. I intend to reside in Ontario, Canada.
I have strong ties to my home country, including [family / employment / property — describe your ties], and I respectfully request that my application be considered favourably. All documents listed in the checklist above are enclosed or will be provided upon request.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Maria Santos
[Phone / email]
IMPORTANT: This is a template, not legal advice and not a substitute for a licensed immigration consultant or lawyer. Immigration rules change often — verify everything against current IRCC guidance and consider professional advice for your specific case.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has duly executed this document as of the date first written above.
Executed by:
Signature: ___________________________ Date: _______________
Printed name:
WITNESS
Signature: ___________________________ Date: _______________
Printed name:
This document is a self-help template and does not constitute legal advice. Independent legal advice from a licensed lawyer in Ontario is recommended before reliance.
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