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...
Imagine being young, full of potential, and ready to build a new life, but facing hurdles just to access education. For many immigrants and refugee youth in Canada, this is a daily reality. But a new initiative by World Education Services (WES) is changing the story. With over $150,000 in fresh funding, WES is launching...
Canada continues to welcome skilled workers through multiple immigration streams. With the country facing ongoing labour shortages in healthcare and childcare, Personal Support Workers (PSWs) and Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) are becoming essential to the economy. As of 2025, Canada’s demand for PSWs and ECEs remains strong. Thanks to short program durations and practical job...
Starting May 1, 2025, international students in Canada are facing tougher rules when switching schools. What used to be a simple process, just updating your school information online, is now a more regulated and time-sensitive task. Under the updated immigration guidelines, most students will need a brand-new study permit before they can transfer to another...
On April 23, 2025, IRCC announced sweeping regulatory changes affecting Canada study permits, Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs), and international students at the post-secondary level. These updates bring in stricter compliance measures, clearer application requirements, and consequences for both students and schools failing to meet the new conditions. Here’s everything you need to know about the...
The path from student life to permanent residency in Canada has always been a strong draw for international graduates. But things are shifting in 2025—and fast. If you’re an international student or currently holding a post-graduation work permit (PGWP), you may have already felt the ripple effects. British Columbia and New Brunswick—two provinces with some...
As political restrictions and funding cuts shake the U.S. academic landscape, Canada is stepping confidently into the spotlight—offering a safe, progressive, and intellectually rich alternative for scholars and researchers seeking stability and freedom. Long perceived as a country losing talent to its southern neighbor, Canada now finds itself in a powerful position to reverse the...
In 2024, Canada witnessed a sharp decline in the number of Indian students choosing to study in the country. The total enrollment dropped from 233,500 in 2023 to just 137,600 in 2024—a dramatic 41% decrease. This shift has been primarily driven by recent policy changes, including stricter visa regulations, limitations on bringing family members, and...
Access to quality education is a key factor in career advancement. Recognizing this, British Columbia continues to offer tuition-free Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English Language Learning (ELL) pathway programs. These initiatives provide adults with the opportunity to enhance their academic skills, opening doors to high-priority post-secondary career programs. Major Investment to Expand Learning Opportunities...
