Navigating Changes: What Canada's New Student Rules Mean for You!


Hello, friends!

Today, we're diving into some news about the new regulations by the IRCC about studying in Canada towards a permanent residency application. Our Canadian friends have announced some changes to make things more difficult to get a school as well as Poststudy work permit. Let's break it down in simple terms so you know exactly what's happening!

Stabilizing Growth:


Canada loves having students from around the world, but they've noticed that too many students too quickly can cause some issues. So, for the next two years, they're putting a limit on how many new students they'll accept – about 35% less than last year.

Fair Rules for All Places:
Different provinces and territories (like states) will have their own limits based on how many people live there. This way, it's fair for everyone, and places with lots of students already won't get too crowded.

Some Students Are Exempt:

Great news! If you're planning to do a master’s or doctoral degree or studying in elementary or secondary school, these limits won't affect you. Also, if you're already studying or want to renew your study permit, you're in the clear.

How They Decide Who Can Come:

To make sure everything is fair, each province and territory will decide how many students they can take. So, when you apply to study in Canada, you'll need a letter from the province or territory saying it's okay. This helps regulate the number of students each province has.

Work Rules Are Changing Too:

After you finish your studies, the rules for working in Canada are changing a bit. Some students won't be able to get a work permit after they graduate, but others, especially master’s graduates, will get a longer work permit.



Spouses (Dependents) Update:

If you are studying for a master’s or doctoral degree, your spouse can still get a work permit. But if you're studying something else, like at an undergraduate or college level (PGDE/PGC), you won't be able to.
What's Next:
These changes are like a trial for two years. After that, they'll check if everything is going well. The Canadian government will keep talking with provinces, schools, and students to make sure everything stays fair and awesome.


What to do:

Now that the requirements are stringent and getting more serious, you may be discouraged to pick up an application to a Canadian school due to the high fees, but we implore you to not give up, as we would be with you every step of the way, providing assistance with P0F which seems like the number one challenge you may be experiencing while applying for a Masters or doctorate degree programs. We wish you well in your applications.


Thank you for reading.