Category: Study Visa

Maple News reports that international students planning to study in Canada must be strategic in selecting their school and program if they aim to stay and work in the country after graduation. To be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), students must enroll in an eligible program at a […]

Maple News reports that starting November 8, 2024, most international students in Canada who wish to transfer to a new Designated Learning Institution (DLI) will need to apply for — and receive — a new study permit before doing so. Under the new rules enacted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship […]

Canada has emerged as the most sought-after study abroad destination for international students, according to the latest Student Pulse Survey by ApplyBoard. The Spring 2025 edition, released on March 26, revealed that 94% of future international students expressed some level of interest in pursuing their education in Canada—a figure that […]

Maple News reports that 33 Canadian universities have earned spots in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2025 World University Rankings, reinforcing Canada’s reputation for academic excellence on the global stage. Leading the pack once again is the University of Toronto, securing the distinction of being Canada’s highest-ranked institution. The university […]

Maple News reports that several Canadian universities have earned top rankings globally across a range of academic fields, according to the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, recently released in its 15th edition. The rankings, compiled by global higher education analyst Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), evaluate more than 1,500 institutions […]

Maple News reports that Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) has introduced new limits on study permit applications for international students seeking admission to postsecondary institutions in the province. This move is designed to regulate the number of new international students entering Quebec’s postsecondary education system and will […]

Maple News reports that as of February 26, 2025, Quebec has officially implemented a cap on the number of international student applications it will accept through its Foreign Student Program. The provincial government announced the measure as part of a strategy to control enrollment levels and ensure a more balanced […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially published the provincial and categorical breakdown of study permit allocations for 2025. As part of ongoing efforts to manage international student intake, Canada plans to issue 437,000 study permits next year — a 10% reduction from 2024 levels. […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has set a federal cap of 550,162 study permit applications for processing in 2025. This limit, announced via ministerial instructions on January 18, will be in effect from January 22 through December 31, 2025. The cap pertains to the number […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced new regulations for international students wishing to transfer schools. Effective in 2025, the updated framework affects whether foreign students will need to apply for a new study permit depending on their specific transfer situation. The changes emphasize the […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially released its updated list of study programs eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The changes, which take effect for international students applying for a study permit on or after November 1, aim to better align study-to-work pathways […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has broadened the list of academic programs that qualify international students for Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs). The update, which came into effect on December 17, 2024, introduces a new category focused on education, particularly early childhood education and developmental services. […]

Maple News reports that Canada has introduced sweeping reforms to its international student and post-graduation immigration policies in 2024, marking a significant shift in the landscape for aspiring international students and recent graduates. These changes are part of Canada’s broader push to better align temporary resident programs and manage population […]

Maple News reports on how digital tools are transforming the day-to-day experience of international students in Canada, helping them adapt, study efficiently, and stay connected across borders. One such student is Anita, a newcomer from India who is exploring Canadian student life with the help of Samsung’s SmartStarts program. Anita’s […]

Maple News reports that international students in Canada are now allowed to work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic sessions—a policy change that officially came into effect on November 15, 2024. The previous cap was 20 hours per week. The adjustment, announced earlier this year by Immigration […]

Maple News reports that international students in Canada can now work up to 24 hours per week in off-campus jobs during the academic term. The adjustment, which came into effect on November 15, was officially announced by Immigration Minister Marc Miller and marks an increase from the previous 20-hour-per-week limit. […]