Category: Study Visa

Maple News reports that on October 24, Canada’s Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration (CIMM) heard directly from Immigration Minister Marc Miller and Deputy Minister Christiane Fox regarding the top policy objectives of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Minister Miller, who leads IRCC’s strategic direction, emphasized his core mandate […]

Maple News reports: International students in Canada may occasionally discover that their study permit does not properly reflect their eligibility to work, even if they meet all the requirements. This oversight can prevent students from legally working in Canada and obtaining necessary documents like a Social Insurance Number (SIN). If […]

Maple News reports that starting in 2024, Quebec will roll out significant reforms to its post-secondary education and immigration systems, with major implications for both international and out-of-province students. The changes form part of the province’s broader effort to protect and promote the French language, according to provincial officials. One […]

Maple News reports that three of Canada’s most prestigious universities have earned spots among the top 35 institutions globally in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, an influential benchmark for students worldwide evaluating higher education options. The highly respected QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) rankings, renowned for assessing academic excellence internationally, evaluated […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to stand out as a top destination for international students, offering a compelling mix of high-quality education, supportive immigration policies, and a welcoming multicultural environment. If you’re considering studying abroad, here are five powerful reasons why Canada—and the TOEFL iBT®—should be at the top […]

Maple News reports that the Federal Court of Canada has ruled in favor of an international student who was denied a study permit based on his past academic record and what an immigration officer deemed to be inconsistent educational goals. The court found that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to be a top destination for international students, welcoming tens of thousands each year under study permits issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). These permits come with specific conditions that students must follow throughout their academic journey in Canada. Each study permit […]

Maple News reports new insights from a Statistics Canada study that explore the evolving dynamics between domestic and international student enrolment in Canadian post-secondary institutions. Despite a striking rise in international student numbers—from 142,200 in 2010 to over 800,000 in 2022—the impact on domestic enrolment appears more nuanced than previously […]

Maple News reports that over 500 international students recently faced abrupt cancellations of their admission to Northern College in Timmins, Ontario, just weeks before their classes were scheduled to begin. The affected students were left frustrated and financially strained after investing thousands of dollars in preparation to study in Canada. […]

Maple News reports that Canada is relaxing its border restrictions to allow more international travelers into the country, prioritizing family reunification, international education, and compassionate travel. The announcement was made during a press conference in Ottawa by federal ministers responsible for immigration, health, and public safety. Beginning October 8, extended […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Visa Application Centres (VACs) in India will officially resume operations starting November 20, 2020, bringing relief to thousands of Indian applicants waiting to complete a crucial step in their Canadian immigration and travel journeys. According to the Canadian government, these centres will begin accepting limited […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Visa Application Centres (VACs) have officially resumed biometric services across multiple cities in India. This reopening provides critical support for individuals applying for study permits or family sponsorship programs to enter Canada. The expansion includes newly opened facilities in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Hyderabad, Jalandhar, […]

Maple News reports that Canada has expanded the number of Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) permitted to admit international students, as the country continues to adjust its travel and immigration measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. DLIs are schools, colleges, and universities that are approved by provincial or territorial governments […]

Maple News reports that international students in Canada can now earn a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) even if they completed 100% of their studies online — a major shift in Canada’s immigration policy introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a move to support international graduates amidst global travel […]

Maple News reports that British Columbia has updated its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) to better reflect the realities international students faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. As of February 2, the province now allows applicants to be eligible for its international graduate immigration streams even if up to 50% of […]

Maple News reports that the Canadian federal government is reviewing a potential temporary suspension of international student arrivals to Ontario, following a request from the province amid rising COVID-19 cases. During a press conference on April 30, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that Ontario Premier Doug Ford had requested federal […]