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What to Expect with Canada’s New Immigration Minister
Rachel Bendayan, appointed as Canada’s Immigration Minister in March 2025, brings a strong legal and political background to her new role. Born into a Moroccan-Jewish family in Montreal, Quebec, she holds degrees in International Development and Law from McGill University and represents the Outremont district in Montreal as a Member of Parliament. What Changes Can We […]
Canada Immigration Year in Review 2024
2024 was a pivotal year for Canadian immigration, marked by significant policy shifts and visa program adjustments. As Canada continues to position itself as a global destination for skilled workers, students, and families, the immigration landscape has undergone substantial transformation. Canada Visa Changes in 2024 The past year witnessed several noticeable changes to Canadian visa […]
International Student Work Hours Canada 2024: New Rules and Regulations
On November 15, 2024, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Marc Miller, announced new regulations for international students. These changes, effective immediately, aim to enhance the experience of international students while safeguarding against fraud and ensuring compliance with regulations. Key changes include updated work hour limits for students during both the academic year […]
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Student Direct Stream Now Closed: What Are My Options?
The SDS was a streamlined process for eligible students from certain countries to apply for a study permit in Canada. It offered faster processing times and specific requirements. The IRCC closed the Student Direct Stream on November 8, 2024. The Student Direct Stream was introduced in 2018 to streamline the study permit application process for […]
How International Students Will Be Affected from Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan
Canada’s recently announced Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027 outlines its strategy to attract and retain skilled workers, including international students. Key takeaways for international students include: Increased Focus on International Students Canada aims to welcome more new international students than work permit holders in the coming years. The target for new international student arrivals is […]
Canada Tightens Immigration Rules
Canada has a long-standing tradition of welcoming newcomers and foreigners from around the globe. As the country’s economy and immigration landscape evolves, so too must its immigration policies. To address the challenges and opportunities presented by a softening labor market and increased global displacement, the Canadian government has announced several measures to manage temporary resident […]
IRCC Imposes Student Cap, Approvals and Processing Slow Down
Canada’s study permit program underwent significant changes in January, 2024. The government implemented a temporary cap on international students, distributing it among provinces and territories using a new Provincial Attestation Letter system. With a goal of approving 292,000 study permits in 2024, these changes were expected to impact the program significantly. Recent data now reveals the consequences of these policies. […]
IRCC Reveals New Student Visa Caps
Canada has unveiled its strategy to limit the number of study permits issued to international students by each province over the next two years. The country plans to reduce the number of new international student permits, with a target of 485,000 approved study permits for 2024. Immigration Minister Marc Miller stated, “On January 22, I […]
Canada Announces 2-Year Cap on Student Visas
Canada’s immigration minister, Marc Miller, announced that the Liberal government will impose a temporary two-year cap on new student visas, resulting in a total of around 364,000 permits in 2024. The measures, aimed at reducing intake by 35% over the next two years, are temporary and will be in effect for two years. Miller stated […]
New Requirements for International Students in Canada
On December 7, 2023, Canada’s immigration minister Marc Miller, unveiled new restrictions for international students wishing to study in Canada. Starting next year, prospective overseas students will be required to show they have access to $20,635 instead of the $10,000 minimum that has been in place for two decades, in addition to paying for travel […]
Study Authorization Extended for Work Permit Holders in Canada
Each year, Canada benefits from the skills brought in by thousands of temporary foreign workers, which contribute to the country’s economy and address crucial gaps in the labor market. However, these foreign workers often encounter obstacles when it comes to enrolling in certain study programs that could help them pursue their aspirations and create new […]
Canada Halts Deportation of Indian Students Trapped in Admission Scam
Canada has halted the deportation of dozens of students who entered the country using fraudulent university admission letters, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced on Wednesday. Fraser said after the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation reported in March that some Indian students had been served with deportation orders for allegedly using false travel documents to enter Canada in […]
4 New English Language Tests for Student Direct Stream
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has just proclaimed its acceptance of language test results from four additional exams for Student Direct Stream (SDS) applicants, effective August 10, 2023: CELPIP General CAEL PTE Academic TOEFL iBT Test What Are the Requirements for the New SDS Language Tests All test results must demonstrate proficiency in the […]
Canada Takes the Lead in Favorite Destination for International Students
According to a survey conducted by a global student recruitment firm, Canada has emerged as the most popular destination for studying abroad among more than 21,000 students from 100 countries. The research report, known as Emerging Futures 3 by IDP Connect, indicates that Canada has surpassed Australia and the United States as the preferred choice […]
Canada Provides Support to Sudan Nationals
On April 24, 2023, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, revealed that the Government of Canada has implemented additional immigration policies to assist Sudanese temporary residents who are currently in Canada and may be unable to return home due to their country’s fast deteriorating condition. The situation in Sudan is continuously changing, and […]