Category: Study Visa

Maple News reports that international students in Canada now have legal options to work unlimited hours during academic sessions—but only under specific conditions. As a general rule, students holding a valid Canadian study permit are permitted to work off-campus for a maximum of 24 hours per week while school is […]

Maple News reports that starting September 1, 2025, international students applying for a study permit to Canada will need to demonstrate a higher financial capacity. The proof of funds requirement for a single applicant will increase by $2,260 CAD, bringing the total to $22,895 CAD. This adjustment is part of […]

Canada’s two-year cap on international student permits is triggering unintended consequences, sparking urgent warnings from the country’s higher education leaders. According to Maple News, Universities Canada, which represents the nation’s colleges and universities, is calling for a national recovery strategy to protect Canada’s international education system and global reputation. Gabriel […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) is streamlining the journey from classroom to permanent residency (PR) for eligible French-speaking students. Through this unique initiative, international students from select countries can transition more easily to permanent resident status upon graduation—without going through the more complex Express […]

Maple News reports that French-speaking international students from 33 eligible countries now have access to a streamlined pathway from education to permanent residency (PR) in Canada through the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP). The FMCSP is designed to attract French-speaking talent to Canadian provinces and territories outside of Quebec. […]

Maple News reports that the Auditor General of Canada has initiated a formal audit of the country’s international student program, amid growing apprehension over its long-term viability and the strain it may be placing on Canada’s infrastructure and immigration system. The move comes after years of rapid program expansion, mounting […]

According to Maple News, international students planning to study in Canada will soon need to demonstrate a higher level of financial readiness. Starting September 1, 2025, the amount of funds required to obtain a Canadian study permit will increase to reflect the rising cost of living across the country. The […]

Maple News reports that four major Canadian cities—Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Ottawa—have earned prominent spots in the QS Best Student Cities 2026 rankings, affirming Canada’s status as a top destination for international students seeking world-class education and enriching urban experiences. Montréal emerged as Canada’s highest-ranked city, tying for 18th place […]

According to Maple News, four Canadian cities have been recognized among the world’s top 100 destinations for international students in the 2026 QS Best Student Cities ranking. The list, published by global education consultancy Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), highlights cities based on factors such as academic excellence, student satisfaction, affordability, and […]

Ontario is facing a growing education and employment crisis, as an estimated 10,000 positions have been lost across the province’s college system following the federal government’s cap on international student permits, Maple News reports. The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), which represents thousands of college workers, attributes the mass […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has temporarily relaxed new restrictions on Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility, allowing a wider range of international students to qualify—at least for now. The federal immigration department has issued a grace period for students who applied for a study permit […]

Maple News reports that international students at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government (HKS) may soon have a Canadian lifeline, as mounting visa challenges in the U.S. prompt a contingency arrangement with the University of Toronto. The agreement would allow eligible HKS students to complete their studies at […]

Maple News reports that international students planning to apply for a Canadian study permit will need to demonstrate a higher level of financial support beginning in late 2025. As of September 1, 2025, applicants must show they have at least CAD $22,895 in available funds—an increase of approximately $2,260 from […]

Maple News reports that the University of Toronto (U of T) and Harvard University have established a special contingency plan to support Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) international students affected by unpredictable U.S. visa policies. The collaboration provides a temporary academic refuge in Canada, allowing these students to continue their studies […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially published a comprehensive list of 920 programs eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as of 2025. This significant update is part of a major policy shift rolled out in late 2024, aimed at aligning Canada’s international education […]

Maple News reports that Canada has introduced a significant update to its Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, expanding access to 920 non-degree educational programs, effective June 25, 2025. This move includes the addition of 119 new certificate and diploma fields while removing 178 that no longer align with national labour […]