π¨ Canada Tightens Student Visa Rules β Ontario & Quebec Get the Most Permits! π¨π¦π
The Canadian government is reducing international student permits by 10% this year to address housing, healthcare, and job market concerns. π π₯πΌ
πΉ 2025 Study Permit Allocations:
π Ontario β 116,740 permits π
π Quebec β 72,977 permits π«
π British Columbia β 53,589 permits π²
π Nunavut & Northwest Territories β Only 220 permits βοΈ
β οΈ Stricter Visa & Work Rules:
πΈ Students must show CA$20,600 (US$14,00 in financial support π°
πΈ English/French proficiency (B2 for university, B1 for college) is now required π
πΈ Fewer Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) β Students transferring programs may lose PGWP eligibility βπΌ
π Impact:
π¨βπ 45% fewer international students expected in 2025 compared to 2023 π
β³ Faster visa processing via Student Direct Stream (SDS) for eligible countries π
With fewer work opportunities and rising costs, is Canada still the top destination for international students? π€