🎓 International students face uncertainty as pathways to permanent residency shrink! 🚫

After years of studying & working tens of thousands of international students are now in a difficult situation as their Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) expire. 💼 The sudden immigration policy changes have left many with no clear route to stay in the country permanently.🇨🇦💔

“There is a lot of panic amongst people who have now been here for years studying and working and paying their taxes,”

🚫 Thousands of PGWP holders face visa expiry in 2024-2025 with no path to permanent residency.
🔄 Immigration policy changes prioritise French speakers & other fields over Canadian-educated students.
💰 Some are offered costly “LMIA jobs” but cannot afford the steep fees.
📉 Ottawa has stopped granting PGWP extensions and restricted pathways for many temporary residents.
🛑 Some student groups are protesting for "fair treatment" and access to permanent residency after contributing to Canada’s workforce and economy.