Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released details on the provincial breakdown of its 2025 study permit allocation, specifying the expected number of international students each province will receive. It also provided more information on the new Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) requirement. The federal government projects that 437,000 study permits will be…
The Canadian government has implemented a cap on study permit applications for 2025, limiting them to 505,162 for the year. This move is expected to have significant effects on international students, educational institutions, and Canada’s broader immigration strategy. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) officially announced the cap through ministerial instructions on January…
Canada continues to be one of the most popular destinations for international students, offering world-class education and diverse cultural experiences. However, starting in 2025, the Canadian government is implementing several significant changes that could impact your academic and work journey. These updates, announced by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), are aimed at…
Certain work permit holders in Canada can continue their studies without obtaining a study permit. On December 6, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated its guidelines to confirm that individuals who applied for a work permit before June 7, 2023, are allowed to study without needing a separate license. This measure extends…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced new guidelines for international students who plan to transfer schools for the winter or spring 2025 semesters. Under these updated rules, students changing schools in Canada for the 2025 winter/spring terms can begin their studies at the new Designated Learning Institution (DLI) before receiving a…
Canada is a popular destination for international students, known for its welcoming atmosphere and world-class education. To make higher education more affordable, Canada offers various scholarships to help students from all over the world. Despite recent limits on the number of international students allowed to receive study permits, Canada continues to provide opportunities…
As of November 8, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially stopped accepting study permit applications through the Student Direct Stream (SDS). Additionally, the Nigeria Student Express (NSE) program for Nigerian applicants has also been discontinued. From now on, all study permit applications must follow the standard application process. The Student…
Canada has always been an attractive destination for international students, who come here for quality education and residency opportunities. But recent government policies have imposed restrictions on student visas, posing challenges to the country’s postsecondary institutions. In a recent announcement, Immigration Minister Marc Miller confirmed that study permits would be reduced by 10%…
IRCC has provided updated information on the programs eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). According to new guidelines introduced in September, international graduates at certain study levels applying for a PGWP after November 1 must now meet specific field of study requirements to qualify for the permit. *Note: These requirements do not…
Individuals whose Canadian study permit applications were denied may soon benefit from a new pilot initiative. The Federal Court of Canada has introduced the Study Permit Pilot Project, which aims to simplify the process for requesting a judicial review of rejected study permit applications. The project begins on October 1. Under the pilot…
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