Category: Study Visa

Maple News reports that international students across Canada have access to various free settlement resources aimed at helping them integrate smoothly into their new environment. These services—available across provinces and territories—offer support in key areas such as language training, employment assistance, healthcare navigation, and community engagement. While programs differ depending […]

Maple News reports that recent updates to Canada’s study permit system are causing significant ripple effects across the international education landscape. In January 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a two-year cap on international student permits, aiming to limit the number of approved applications to 292,000 annually. To […]

Maple News reports that international students aiming to study in Canada now have clearer insight into improving their academic prospects, thanks to a newly released webinar centered on the Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test. Titled “CAEL Webinar: A Clear Path to Academic Achievement in Canada Redefined,” the session offers […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s immigration authorities are considering significant reforms to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program in an effort to better align it with the country’s evolving labour market needs. The changes, currently under discussion between federal and provincial immigration officials, could fundamentally reshape how and to whom […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to shine on the global education stage, with three of its universities landing in the top 40 of the 2025 QS World University Rankings — a recognition sustained for the second consecutive year. The QS World University Rankings, published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), […]

Maple News reports that international students who choose to stay in Canada during the summer months have an opportunity to work and earn income—provided they understand and follow federal employment regulations tied to their study permits. To begin with, international students do not need a separate work permit to hold […]

Maple News reports that preparing for the Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test has become more streamlined and supportive, thanks to a focused new study initiative called the CAEL Path to Success. Designed by Prometric, the test administrator, this program serves as a comprehensive roadmap for international students and professionals […]

Maple News reports that for international students preparing to study in Canada, setting up the right banking tools is a key step toward a smooth financial journey. Whether you’re arriving for college or university, understanding how to manage your money in a new country begins with the basics: opening a […]

Maple News reports that many international students completing their studies in Canada are exploring options to extend their stay—not only to gain valuable work experience, but also as a first step toward permanent residency. Fortunately, Canada offers several immigration pathways for graduates seeking to settle in the country. The most […]

Maple News reports that choosing the right educational path in Canada is one of the most important decisions international students will make when planning to study abroad. With a variety of options available—from universities and colleges to specialty and bridging programs—students are encouraged to align their choice with their long-term […]

Maple News reports that Canada will revise its work policy for international students starting in Fall 2024, setting a new weekly work cap of 24 hours for off-campus employment during academic sessions. The change follows the conclusion of a temporary measure that allowed students to work unlimited hours while classes […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has seen substantial success with its new Letter of Acceptance (LOA) verification system, introduced on December 1, 2023. The initiative is part of broader reforms aimed at strengthening the integrity of Canada’s international student program and safeguarding students from fraudulent […]

Maple News reports that the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) has announced a new partnership with BorderPass, aiming to simplify and support the immigration journey of international students from pre-arrival to post-graduation. BorderPass, a digital immigration platform guided by Canadian immigration lawyers, will now offer tailored assistance to SAIT […]

Maple News reports that TD Bank Group has teamed up with Canadian education technology leader ApplyBoard in a strategic effort to streamline the path for international students applying to study in Canada under the Student Direct Stream (SDS). The collaboration aims to provide a faster and more secure experience for […]

Maple News reports that international students aiming for admission to Canadian universities now have a valuable resource to improve their English-language test scores—the official CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language) webinar focused on speaking strategies. The Canadian Academic English Language Test is one of the key language assessments accepted by numerous […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will not renew the temporary policy that allowed international students to work unlimited hours off-campus during academic sessions. Immigration Minister Marc Miller confirmed that starting this fall semester, international students will be limited to 24 hours of off-campus work per […]