Study without Study Permit

There are certain circumstances in which a foreign student is able to study without a study permit, such as:

A minor child residing in Canada may study at a pre-school, primary or secondary level without a study permit. This applies to the children of temporary students or workers, as well as Canadian citizens and permanent residents (does not apply to children of temporary residents who are not authorized to work or study in Canada (i.e. visitors).
If the program of study is for six months or less
Family members or members of the private staff of foreign diplomats and foreign accredited representatives
Members of the armed forces of a country that is a designated state under the Visiting Forces Act