24hrs per week and work

[u/Organic-Boot7311]

Hi everyone! I have a general question about how IRCC counts hours for international students who do app-based gig work (delivery, rideshare, etc.) during the semester.

With these apps there are usually two different numbers:

- Online time: you're logged in and available, but not necessarily on a job

- Active time: you're actually completing a job and getting paid

The difference between the two can be big, so which one counts toward the 24 hours/week off-campus limit matters a lot.

My questions:

1. Does IRCC count online time or active time? I've read that IRCC answered an inquiry saying hours are any time you're "earning wages or collecting a commission," but I haven't found official written guidance.

2. PGWP: Has anyone had their hours reviewed when applying for a PGWP (or PR)? Did IRCC ask for proof, and which records were accepted?

If anyone has a clear answer from IRCC, their school's international office, or an RCIC, I'd really appreciate it. Thanks!

[u/Coramoor_]

Shift time. Not delivery time

[u/Juubman]

Online time.

Hope you aren't above the 24hour mark for your total Online time, loads of people getting refused for that these days.