New restrictions on international students at Canadian universities and colleges are raising concerns about Canada’s reputation as a desirable study destination. Immigration Minister Marc Miller recently announced a further 10% cap on international study permits, reducing the intake to 437,000 for the next two years, now including graduate and doctoral students who were previously exempt. Additionally, eligibility for the Post-Graduate Work Permit program has been tightened. Miller emphasized the need for post-secondary institutions to improve their recruitment practices and criticized provincial governments for inadequate financial support. The influx of international students—over 1.5 million study permits granted from 2018 to 2023—has led to scrutiny, with concerns about its impact on housing and healthcare and a lack of support for these students.
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