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...
International students can switch to a different Designated Learning Institution (DLI) after arriving in Canada on a study permit. It’s completely normal for international students to change schools in Canada, but it’s important to do it the right way. If you don’t inform the IRCC, you might not meet the conditions of your...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced proposed changes to Canada’s international student program, including the requirement for international students to apply for a new study permit when switching their Designated Learning Institution (DLI). DLIs are the only schools in Canada approved to accept international students and must follow IRCC’s regulations. The...
Federal immigration minister Marc Miller, during a visit to Calgary, declared that the era of unlimited intake of international students has ended. He emphasized that provincial investment in education must offset the lost revenue for post-secondary institutions due to the reduced number of international students. “We need to prioritize quality in our system,”...
Canada plans to stop processing study permits for colleges and universities that don’t keep track of international students, according to new rules. Schools would need to report to the Immigration Department on whether students attend classes and follow permit rules. If a school fails to monitor international student enrollment, the government will pause...
Canada has experienced unprecedented changes to its study program and broader temporary resident program in 2024, with further significant changes planned for Fall 2024. These changes will likely impact the source countries of international students in Canada moving forward. Here’s what we know so far. Major Highlights Shifts in Source Countries for International...
Who can apply Eligibility requirements You can study in Canada if you meet the following requirements: Get your study permit faster through the Student Direct Stream If you are a legal resident of certain countries, you may be eligible to obtain your study permit more quickly by applying online through the Student Direct...
On December 1, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) implemented a new verification procedure for Letters of Acceptance (LOAs). Among other modifications to its foreign student program, IRCC announced the launch of its LOA verification system. These adjustments are meant to enhance overall program integrity and safeguard international students studying in Canada....
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