In a significant move aimed at bolstering Canada’s skilled labor force, the Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced an expansion in the eligibility criteria for a Master’s student post-graduation work permit (PGWP). This decision, effective immediately, holds particular significance for international students enrolled in master’s programs lasting less than two years. Previously, such […]

In a significant development, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has declared a temporary cap on the issuance of study visas for international students. This was revealed in a recent release from IRCC, which outlines that for the year 2024, the cap is anticipated to lead to approximately 360,000 approved study permits—a sharp 35% decline