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,...
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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...
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...
Canada International Student Cap for 2026 Set at 408,000 with New Graduate-Level Exemptions
Canada’s international education sector is entering another major shift as the Canada international student cap for 2026 is officially set at 408,000 study permits. With the federal government gradually reducing temporary resident levels and rebalancing the system, this latest update introduces a new exemption for master’s and doctoral students, one that could significantly reshape enrollment...
Province Reviews Public Post-Secondary System to Strengthen Long-Term Sustainability in British Columbia
British Columbia has taken an important step to secure the future of education and the province’s economic growth. With the Province reviews public post-secondary system announcement, B.C. has launched a major independent review to ensure its public post-secondary institutions remain strong, sustainable and aligned with long-term labour needs. This move arrives at a crucial moment....
IRCC Study Permit Transition Policy Offers Flexibility for Students Changing Education Levels
Canadian students moving from secondary to post-secondary education received a major update as IRCC introduced new rules under the IRCC study permit transition policy. Effective November 24, 2025, the revised guidance now permits students to begin classes at their new designated learning institution while waiting for their updated study permit to be finalized, provided they...
International Student Enrollment in Canada Surges to Record Levels in 2024
Canada continues to strengthen its position as one of the most trusted study destinations in the world. A new report from Statistics Canada shows a dramatic rise in international student enrollment in Canada, revealing a nine-year trend that has reshaped the entire public college system. What began as steady international interest has now transformed into...
Canada Introduces New Measures with Updated Enrolment Cap for Graduate Students Exemptions
Canada’s international education policies are shifting again, and the newest update brings good news for thousands of master’s and doctoral applicants. Beginning January 1, 2026, public university students pursuing graduate studies will be exempt from the enrolment cap for graduate students, removing the need for provincial attestation letters and cutting down processing barriers. This exemption...








