I remember there is a legal permit you can apply for, something similar to the US "advance parol", which allows you to stay more than 6 months overseas.
-gwtw(飘);
2001-5-24(#79972@0)
I heard that the if you are STUDYING abroad, then it will not make any difference. That means just as you stay in Canada. But you should ask the government to confirm it.
-lynx(jane);
2001-5-24(#80048@0)