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Ottawa announced a new update for spouses of nursing students

Author: John Black | July 6, 2024 | Categories: Spouse or Common-Law Partner, Study in Canada

This new development aims to enhance the appeal of Canada as a prime destination for higher education, particularly for those pursuing a Bachelor of Nursing (BN) degree. On July 3, 2024, the Canadian Government unveiled a significant update to its program delivery for spouses or common-law partners of study permit...

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Universities in Canada excel in global ranking

Author: John Black | June 18, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada

Universities in Canada have once again demonstrated their exceptional quality, securing a strong presence in the latest QS World University Rankings. Universities in Canada, renowned for their academic standards, innovative research opportunities, and high levels of student satisfaction, continue to attract global attention. The University of Toronto, McGill University, and...

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Canada is considering changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program

Author: John Black | June 11, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

The Government of Canada is considering significant changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program. The proposed modifications aim to align PGWP eligibility with labor market demands, potentially limiting access to the program but enhancing employment outcomes for international students. Potential Changes to Post-Graduation Work Permit Program Eligibility Currently, the...

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International students in Canada can now work 24 hours off-campus

Author: Admin | May 1, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

From this fall, students can work 24 hours off-campus weekly. On April 29, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that the temporary policy allowing students to work over 20 hours off campus weekly will end on April 30, 2024, without extension. The decision to adjust the off-campus work...

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IRCC is criticized for not curbing unethical immigration consultants

Author: Admin | April 17, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

Large numbers of immigration applications are submitted overseas by unethical immigration consultants. In 2019, the government authorized a penalty system for violations in immigration and citizenship applications. However, fines have yet to be imposed as the system is not in force. Delays in implementing the system are partly due to...

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The Immigration Minister issued statements on international student distribution across provinces and territories

Author: Admin | April 8, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada

On April 5, 2024, Marc Miller, Minister of IRCC, announced the international student distribution across provinces and territories in 2024. The cap is set at 485,000 permits, with an expected 20% extension rate. This leads to a revised target of 364,000 approved permits. Considering a 60% approval rate, the application...

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Canada’s immigration strategy enhances educational standards among new arrivals

Author: Admin | April 8, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

Canada's immigration policies have been instrumental in attracting highly educated individuals from across the globe. Recent statistics from Statistics Canada shed light on the transformative impact of these policies, particularly on racialized women. The data underscores a significant educational achievement among this demographic, surpassing even the average Canadian education level. ...

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Canada extended the validity of interim work authorization letters for international graduates

Author: Admin | April 2, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

Canada has extended the validity of interim work authorization letters for international graduates awaiting work permit decisions from 120 to 180 days. The validity period of interim work authorization letters has been prolonged from 120 days to 180 days. This extension offers international graduates a more substantial timeframe to secure...

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New updates for spouses and common-law partners of study permit holders

Author: Admin | March 21, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

On March 19, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated rules for spouses and common-law partners of study permit holders. The changes apply to: partners of full-time students (designating the work performed by them as necessary) in graduate programs, professional degree programs, and those with a valid open work...

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Ontario universities seek to increase international student enrolment

Author: Admin | February 28, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada

Ontario universities are requesting 35% of the capped study permit applications, equating to 82,250 of 235,000 applications from international students. The Council of Ontario Universities (COU) seeks to distribute these allocations based on each university's proportion of international student enrollment. The COU aims to welcome 28,000 international students next year,...

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