Tag: International Students

Part-Time Jobs in Canada
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Highest-Paying Part-Time Jobs in Canada for International Students in 2024

Are you an international student seeking part-time jobs in Canada? Looking for opportunities to enhance your Canadian experience? Look no further! Canada immigration offers some highest-paying part-time jobs, providing not only financial support but also a chance to develop essential skills and expand your network. Taking up any job in Canada is not just about...

Caps for International Students
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Canadian Universities Call on Government to Pause Caps for International Students

In a significant development that’s sending ripples through the Canadian education sector, colleges and universities are urging Immigration Minister Marc Miller to reconsider the proposed cap on study permits for international students. This unexpected move has sparked concerns about a potential decline in applications from aspiring global learners. The Call to Pause Colleges and Institutes...

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Diversification of International Student Populations in Canadian Universities: Trends and Implications

Canada’s university landscape is experiencing a notable shift in international student demographics. The diversification of Canada’s international student population presents both challenges and opportunities for the country’s higher education institutions. Emergence of Nigerian Students Notably, Nigerians have emerged as the fastest-growing international student population in Canada, with a significant increase in study permits issued from...

Study Permit Caps
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Navigating the Impact of Proposed Study Permit Caps on Canadian Provinces and Educational Institutions

In recent updates to Canada’s immigration policies, provinces are expressing concerns about the potential consequences for their colleges and universities due to proposed study permit caps. These caps, enforced by Immigration Minister Marc Miller, are set to significantly reduce the admission of international students, prompting worries about the economic and academic fallout. The proposed study...

International Students as Permanent Residents
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Canada Welcomes Over 355,000 International Students as Permanent Residents in Three Years

In a noteworthy development, more than 355,000 international students who pursued their education in Canada have obtained permanent resident status from 2021 to 2023, as revealed by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This is part of a broader trend where over the past three years, a total of 627,000 former temporary residents successfully transitioned...

Canada International Students
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Canada Welcomed Over 1 Million International Students in 2023: A Comprehensive Analysis

Canada has become a leading destination for international students, hosting an impressive 1,028,850 individuals with active study permits in 2023. This marks a substantial 27% increase from the previous year, as reported by Immigration, Citizenship and Refugees Canada (IRCC). The surge in enrolments highlights Canada’s allure as an educational hub and its growing significance in...

Expanding Work Opportunities for International Students in Canada
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Expanding Work Opportunities for International Students in Canada

On January 23, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a significant policy shift that expands work opportunities for international students in Canada. The new policy, effective from January 1 to April 30, 2024, allows certain students to work off-campus for more than 20 hours weekly during regular academic sessions. This marks a departure...

About Us Covid-19 Just the Final Blow for US—Canada already the Preferred Study Destination for International Students
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Covid-19 Just the Final Blow for US—Canada already the Preferred Study Destination for International Students

Hit hard by the disruptions caused by the pandemic, international students in the US received a double whammy when the US President announced that international students choosing online classes over in-person classroom instructions will be stripped of their study visas. Following intense criticism, this rule was withdrawn but only for those already studying in the...