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CIC News International students taking prerequisites will be issued shorter study permits under new rules International students arriving in Canada to complete prerequisite courses prior to starting longer programs will now be issued shorter study permits. Under the old rules, officers were instructed to issue a study permit for a period equal to the length…
CIC News Amid immigration cuts, Canada tops the United Kingdom as study-to-immigrate destination For individuals seeking to study to immigrate, Canada offers a more straightforward path to permanent status than the United Kingdom (UK). Both countries’ immigration systems have experienced upheavals over the past several years, as many governments around the world have been scaling…
CIC News Five ways international students can boost their chance at permanent residence With some additional forethought, international students seeking to immigrate to Canada can take early action to greatly increase their chances of success during their studies. Understandably, many international students on the study-to-immigrate track may be planning on figuring out the nitty-gritty of…
CIC News How international students in Canada can earn money on-campus, off-campus, or remotely International students in Canada looking to make some extra spending money may want to consider a side hustle, such as food delivery or website design. If your study permit conditions allow for it and you meet eligibility criteria, you can engage…
CIC News Open study permits available to family members of international students and foreign workers Accompanying family members of foreign workers and international students can receive special study permits that are not tied to a single Designated Learning Institution (DLI), authorizing these individuals to attend any school of their choice Provided that they meet certain…
CIC News Financial aid options for international students studying in Canada Securing a Canadian study permit requires proof of sufficient funds (without working) to cover tuition fees, living expenses for the duration of your stay, and travel costs. But following the September 1, 2025, fund increase (+$2,260) to get a study permit, international students may…
CIC News These are the top universities in Canada in 2026, according to a new report Times Higher Education has published its annual ranking of top universities in Canada, along with their global standings. The University of Toronto enjoys the top position, a spot it has held since at least 2011. McGill University and the…
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…
CIC News The top 10 universities in Canada, according to new report A total of 33 Canadian universities have made it onto the Times Higher Education (THE) 2025 World Universities Ranking report. The University of Toronto made an appearance as Canada’s top-ranked university, a spot it has enjoyed since at least 2011. The University of…
CIC News Canada reveals breakdown of study permit allocation by province, shares further details on PALs Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released the provincial breakdown of its 2025 study permit allocation, outlining how many international students each province is expected to welcome, and has shared further details on the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)…