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2025 mid-year review: major immigration policies and changes implemented

CIC News 2025 mid-year review: major immigration policies and changes implemented Canada’s immigration landscape has shifted over the course of 2025. Many of the policy changes introduced have had significant implications for foreign nationals seeking temporary or permanent residence in Canada. In this article, we’ll review the major changes implemented by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship…

Canada tops 2025 survey as most desired study abroad destination

CIC News Canada tops 2025 survey as most desired study abroad destination Canada is the top study destination for international students by weighted average, according to a recent survey. Of the future international students surveyed, 94% showed some degree of interest in studying in Canada—the highest of all countries garnering interest. In fact, 65% reported…

IRCC closes the Student Direct Stream, effective immediately

CIC News IRCC closes the Student Direct Stream, effective immediately As of today, November 8th, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is no longer accepting study permit applications submitted under the Student Direct Stream (SDS). IRCC has also ended the Nigeria Student Express (NSE) stream for study permit applicants from Nigeria. Going forward, all…