Canada has introduced the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP), a new pathway tailored for French-speaking students seeking to study in designated learning institutions (DLIs) outside Quebec. This pilot aims to attract international students from Francophone countries by easing their access to study permits and supporting their long-term settlement goals. Through the FMCSP, students and...
Starting September 1, 2025, IRCC is tightening its financial support rules for Canada study permit applicants. As part of an annual review that adjusts financial thresholds in line with inflation and cost of living, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a revised minimum fund requirement. International students will now need to show they...
International students have long been a vital part of Canada’s academic and cultural landscape. But rising concerns around housing, campus support, and funding have pushed the federal government to rethink how many students Canada can realistically welcome each year. This summer, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab is leading consultations to reassess immigration levels, with a...
If you’ve ever dreamed of studying in Canada, now is the time to start planning. Four Canadian universities have secured spots among the world’s top 100 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, making the country a global hub for quality education. This year’s ranking brought a notable shift—McGill University has officially moved ahead of...
Thinking about studying in Canada to work after graduation? There’s big news you need to know. The Government of Canada just updated the list of eligible programs for a post-graduation work permit in Canada, and it could affect your study and immigration plans. As of June 25, 2025, the list now includes 920 programs, with...
Canada has long been a top destination for international students. Its universities are world-renowned, and its welcoming immigration pathways have made studying in Canada an attractive first step toward building a future here. But recent changes to federal immigration policy are sending shockwaves through the country’s post-secondary institutions. The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI)...
Canada has long been a top destination for international students seeking quality education and a better future. But a sharp rise in asylum claims among these students tells a different story. In 2024, over 20,000 students applied for asylum, almost double the number from the previous year. And the trend isn’t slowing down. In the...
Canada, once seen as a top-tier destination for international students, is now facing significant shifts in global demand. A new survey from NAFSA, Oxford Test of English, and Studyportals suggests a clear trend: international students are increasingly exploring destinations outside the traditional “Big Four”- the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. Instead, countries in...
Canada has long been a top destination for international students. But a sharp turn in federal immigration policy is reshaping that landscape fast. Northern Ontario colleges are now suspending programs, downsizing operations, and facing financial strain due to declining international enrollment. For students and future immigrants, this shift is more than just headlines. It affects...
