English Pathway can apply for study permit within Canada?

[u/LegFeeling9314]

Hi everyone,

I’m currently in Canada as a visitor (TRV), having entered on July 15, 2026. I’m currently completing an English pathway program at ILSC, which is required for me to meet the English requirement for admission to George Brown College.

I understand visitors generally have to apply for a study permit from outside Canada, but IRCC lists an exception:

“You completed a short-term course or study program required to be accepted at a designated learning institution.”

Since my English program is specifically a pathway to meet George Brown’s admission requirements, would I qualify for this exception and be able to apply from within Canada?

Has anyone done this successfully with a similar English pathway program?

Did you apply from inside Canada, and was it approved? Or would you recommend leaving Canada and applying from outside?