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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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IRCC implemented the new Changes to the PGWP

Author: Admin | February 19, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada, Work in Canada

As of February 15, 2024, the Government of Canada implemented new Changes to the PGWP. From this date forward, students who have completed a master’s degree program, even under two years, can qualify for a 3-year PGWP, provided they meet all other eligibility criteria. However, starting September 1, 2024, students...

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Additional information about the International Student Program Changes

Author: Admin | February 7, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada

On February 5, 2024, IRCC provided further details on the recent announcement of the International Student Program Changes; Canada aims to address the unsustainable growth in recent years while ensuring a positive experience for international students. As of January 22, 2024, post-secondary international students at the college or undergraduate level...

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Ottawa now accepts the PTE for Canadian immigration

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

From January 30, 2024, Canada now accepts the PTE for Canadian immigration for all immigration pathways, aside from the Student Direct Stream (SDS), which will accept the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core test. This includes Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, those in Express Entry managed programs, and individuals needing...

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355,000 International students became permanent residents, within the last 3 years

Author: Admin | January 29, 2024 | Categories: Permanent Residence, Study in Canada

According to IRCC, over 355,000 International students became permanent residents in Canada between 2021 and 2023. Over 627,000 temporary residents gained permanent residency (PR) in the same period. In 2020, Canada admitted less than half the current number of immigrants, at 184,370. However, immigration quotas for 2024 and 2025 are...

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Over 1 million international students studied in Canada in 2023

Author: Admin | January 26, 2024 | Categories: Study in Canada

Over 1 million international students studied in Canada in 2023. Active study permits for international students in Canada grew by 27% to 1,028,850 in 2023, exceeding the government's projection of 950,000. Ontario hosted 51% of these students, followed by British Columbia (19.5%) and Quebec (11.5%). However, this rapid growth has...

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