Canadian universities are entering a period of financial recalibration as international student enrolment continues to decline, following federal policy changes aimed at easing pressure on housing, healthcare, and public services. Immigration Minister Lena Diab recently confirmed that post-secondary institutions facing revenue gaps must now look to provincial governments for financial support rather than expecting federal...
Category: Study in Canada
IRCC Freezes PGWP Eligible Fields of Study for 2026
International students planning to study and work in Canada received an important update in January 2026. Immigration Refugees, and Citizenship Canada confirmed that it will not change the current list of PGWP eligible fields of study for the entire year. This decision brings clarity for students who are making long-term education and immigration plans. With...
Ontario International Student Allocation Reshapes Campus Futures Across the Province
Ontario is going through a major transition in how international students are distributed across its colleges and universities. The latest data on Ontario international student allocation reveals strong imbalances that are already reshaping the academic and economic landscape of the province. Some institutions have been able to use almost their full share of approved permits,...
Manitoba Sees 40% Drop in International Student Allocations as Federal Cuts Take Effect
Manitoba’s post-secondary education sector is facing growing financial strain after the federal government reduced international student allocations by 40%, cutting the province’s total from 18,591 seats in 2025 to 11,196 in 2026. The sharp reduction has already triggered falling enrolment numbers and revenue losses across universities and colleges, raising concerns about long-term sustainability and program...
Sharp Decline in Study Permit Holders Signals a Major Shift in Canada’s Immigration Landscape in 2025
Canada’s immigration landscape is entering a new phase, and the latest data from Statistics Canada confirms that change is already underway. By the fourth quarter of 2025, the number of study permit holders declined sharply to approximately 477,000, marking a significant drop from earlier in the year. This shift is not isolated. It reflects broader...
Educational Attainment and Employment Trends Among Immigrants With Disabilities in Canada
Canada continues to strengthen its immigration system by focusing on inclusion, workforce participation, and equal opportunity. One important area receiving growing attention is how immigrants with disabilities experience education and employment after settling in Canada. Recent findings from the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability offer valuable insight. The data highlights how education levels influence employment...
Quebec International Student Cap Brings Major Shift to Study and PR Pathways
Quebec has introduced a major policy shift that is set to reshape the future for international students and skilled workers. With the announcement of a new two-year immigration framework, the province has introduced its first-ever intake limit on study applications while also making permanent changes to immigration programs. The Quebec international student cap is designed...
International Student Numbers in Canada – What the 2025 Trends Mean for the Future
Canada continues to grow as one of the most trusted education destinations in the world. Families choose Canada for safety, high-quality learning, and strong settlement pathways. That is why every new update on international mobility matters. The year 2025 has brought major policy changes, including a clear shift in how the government manages international student...
How Canada’s Hard Cap on International Student Enrolment is Changing Study Plans For 2026
Canada’s hard cap on international student enrolment is reshaping the choices of students and schools as 2026 approaches. Unlike Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, Canada has decided to place a strict numerical limit on new study permits, setting a target of 408,000 for 2026, which is 7% lower than the 2025 target....








