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Canada has added a new feature to its immigration website that lets people who are already in the country look up how long their work permit extension or post‑graduation work permit (PGWP) might take. Instead of a single generic estimate, the system now shows a personalized number of weeks based on the exact date the applicant submitted the request. The tool also tells users how many other applicants are ahead of them in the queue, giving a clearer picture of the overall workload. As of late September 2026, the portal reports that roughly 202,900 people are still waiting for a decision, and that figure is updated regularly.

The change only applies to two groups: those extending an existing permit from within Canada, and international graduates applying for their first PGWP. Applicants who are changing the conditions of a current permit are also included. For anyone who has not yet filed, the site can simulate the waiting period they would face if they applied today. This helps prospective applicants weigh timing and plan their next steps.

The older “Work permit in Canada” option remains on the page, but it now serves a narrower audience – newcomers filing their first work permit from inside Canada who are not eligible for the new personalized view. The updated interface therefore separates the general estimate from the more precise, applicant‑specific forecast.

One practical benefit of filing an extension before the current permit expires is the continuation of what the government calls maintained status, formerly known as implied status. This means the worker can keep working under the conditions of the old permit until the new decision arrives, avoiding a gap in legal authorization. The feature works hand‑in‑hand with a temporary measure introduced in June 2026 that speeds up bridging open work permits for provincial nominees, allowing them to apply months earlier than before.

The personalized estimates follow a similar rollout that began in October 2025 for citizenship and permanent‑resident applications. By giving applicants a realistic timeline, the government hopes to reduce uncertainty and improve planning for both employees and employers. The data is refreshed with each new batch of applications, so the numbers stay current.

Overall, the update transforms a vague waiting period into a concrete figure that applicants can use to organize their lives, negotiate with employers, or schedule further moves such as permanent‑resident filings. It also shines a light on the size of the backlog, helping policymakers see where resources may be needed.

If you are currently working in Canada on a temporary permit or have just finished your studies, this new tool could be the key to understanding how long you will wait for the next step in your immigration journey and whether the timing fits your personal and professional goals.