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Canada Takes the Lead in Favorite Destination for International Students
According to a survey conducted by a global student recruitment firm, Canada has emerged as the most popular destination for studying abroad among more than 21,000 students from 100 countries. The research report, known as Emerging Futures 3 by IDP Connect, indicates that Canada has surpassed Australia and the United States as the preferred choice […]

Canada Provides Support to Sudan Nationals
On April 24, 2023, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, revealed that the Government of Canada has implemented additional immigration policies to assist Sudanese temporary residents who are currently in Canada and may be unable to return home due to their country’s fast deteriorating condition. The situation in Sudan is continuously changing, and […]

What is a Designated Learning Institution in Canada?
In Canada, a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) is a school or educational institution that has received government approval to accept and host international students. A letter of approval from a DLI is required in order to receive a study permit in Canada. International students’ compliance with the conditions of their study permits and with Canadian immigration laws […]
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Indian Engineering Students Thrive in Canada’s Top-Ranked Programs
Canada is an excellent choice for Indian engineering students looking to study abroad. With its diverse culture, high-quality education system, and welcoming society, Canada provides students with a unique and enriching experience. In this article, we will look at some of the reasons why an Indian engineering student should consider studying in Canada, as well […]

Canada Lifts Work Hour Limit for International Students Due to Labour Shortages
According to the country’s immigration minister, international students studying in Canada are now able to qualify to work more hours off campus as the country continues to face labor shortages. Sean Fraser, speaking at a news conference in Ottawa on Friday, said that beginning Nov. 15, a prior limit of 20 hours per week that […]

Canada Looks to Fix Immigration Application Backlog 2022/2023
On August 24, Canada’s Minister of Immigration spoke in Vancouver on IRCC’s ongoing efforts to minimize application backlogs, enhance client satisfaction, and solve labor shortages. As a quick fix, the IRCC has declared that it will have hired up to 1,250 more staff members by late fall in an effort to increase processing capacity, decrease […]

International Tuition Fee Exemptions in Quebec
Quebec provides exclusive international tuition waivers for students coming from overseas in an effort to entice them to pursue postsecondary education in the province. In general, tuition fees unique to international students must be paid by foreign students who enter Quebec on a study permit in order to enroll in a public college and get […]

Open Work Permits and Extensions Now Available for PGWP Holders
Earlier in the year, the IRCC announced future plans to help PGWP holders retain legal status in Canada who may have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many temporary residents rely on the Post-Graduate Work Permit to help them stay in Canada after graduating but with immigration slowing down over the past two years, this […]

Tips to Improve Your IELTS Score
The IELTS is a test that assesses your ability to communicate in English. You must first fully grasp how the IELTS exam works in order to perform well on it. There are so many different task types and parts to the test, it’s tough to complete it fast (Speaking Parts 1, 2 and 3; Writing […]

What to Study in Canada as an International Student
For international students, Canada remains a popular choice. In fact, the number of international students who have picked Canada as their study abroad destination has tripled in the last decade. Almost 650,000 students from all over the world study in Canadian universities, making it one of the top five study destinations in the world, alongside […]

Becoming an International Student in Canada 2023
Did you know over 700,000 students are living in their home country thinking, planning, or have already started the process to become an international student in Canada? Canada has become a popular location for international students with dreams of permanent residency. Not only do students from across the world to Canada earn a degree, but […]

How Long Does it Take to Get a Canada Student Permit?
Canada is accepting and processing Canada Student Visa applications, however, there may be some delays due to COVID-19. Canada is one of the most popular places to immigrate to so it is no surprise that they receive thousands of international student visa applications every year! Studying in Canada offers many great opportunities including the opportunity […]

How Flagpoling Can Be Used for Renewing Canada Visas
As more temporary residents seek fast immigration services, some firms are seeing a spike in the number of people that are flagpoling. Flagpoling is when a person leaves Canada and goes back to the USA without crossing into the country. The process can cause delays at busy border points. It is a perfectly legal process, […]

Proposed Travel Restrictions for International Students In Ontario
Note: This article may be out of date and travel restrictions may have changed. Click here to explore the most recent updates and travel restrictions in Canada! Recently, we’ve seen many different variations of travel restrictions to decrease the spread of COVID-19 in Canada. Along with temporary flight bans, individuals traveling through air must take […]

International Students Affected by COVID-19
It is no secret that the Coronavirus pandemic has affected everyone in the world. International students is a more silent group that has been affected tremendously. Although there are several options for international students to obtain permanent residency they aren’t realistic in today’s economy. The pandemic has made it nearly impossible for foreign students to […]