This link will help you clarify the mis-notion
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...study-permit/prepare/minor-children.html#toc3
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Ok so when I say problem with the documentation on that Canada govt web page it reads:
Minor children who want to study in Canada...
But a child entering Canada for long term say 4 years cannot be expected to not study. This is a case of 179 purpose of visit rejection.
The second problem with that web page is:
If they’re coming to Canada with parents...
So this was a bummer that I learnt. Even if they are coming to Canada to their parents already in Canada on work or study permit would still qualify for an Open study permit.
Nevermind I spent last 2-3 weeks dealing with this situation and am currently taking the brunt.