Study in Canada: Canada announces new measures in International Students Program to curb frauds, check details

Study Abroad: Are you looking to work or study abroad? India is indeed one of the leading countries in terms of the number of students, people in Canada.   

The prime motive behind the significant outflow of young Indians to foreign shores, particularly Canada is availability of high-quality education, research opportunities, and relatively affordable tuition fees in comparison to some other countries

Canada’s favourable immigration policies, which offer a transparent and achievable path to permanent residency, make it an enticing destination. For many, the decision to study in Canada extends beyond the acquisition of a degree; it is about forging a new life with enhanced personal and professional prospects.

In order to curb cases of fraud in International Student Program and to protect Indian students applying for abroad, Canada announced plans to implement measures to strengthen country's International Student Program and at better protecting genuine students. 

The announcement of the new implementation of the measures has been made by the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship.

In the statement, Canadian Ministry said, "Canada is a top destination of choice for international students, thanks to our high-quality educational institutions; our welcoming, diverse society; and the opportunities to work or immigrate permanently after graduation. While international students have contributed to life on campuses across the country, they have also experienced some serious challenges navigating Canada's International Student Program." 

Check out new measures/changes in International Students Program

• From December 1, 2023, onwards, post-secondary designated learning institutions (DLI) will be required to confirm every applicant's letter of acceptance directly with IRCC. This new, enhanced verification process aims to protect prospective students from letter-of-acceptance fraud and to help them avoid similar problems that some students faced earlier this year as a result of fraud investigations. It will also ensure that study permits are issued based only on genuine letters of acceptance. 

• In time for the fall 2024 semester, IRCC will adopt a "recognized institution" framework to benefit post-secondary DLIs that set a higher standard for services, support and outcomes for international students. These DLIs will benefit, for example, from the priority processing of study permits for applicants who plan to attend their school.

• In the coming months, IRCC will complete an assessment of Post-Graduation Work Permit Program criteria and begin introducing reforms to better calibrate it to meet the needs of the Canadian labour market, as well as regional and Francophone immigration goals. 

"International students are talented, bright and deserving of a positive experience as they pursue their studies in Canada. We will continue to improve Canada's International Student Program by protecting students and weeding out those who try to take advantage of them. Whether an international student stays and works after graduation or returns home, we want their time as a student in Canada to have been beneficial to their growth and aspirations," Canadian Ministry further added. 

Notably, international education accounts for more than USD 22 billion in economic activity annually, greater than Canada's exports of auto parts, lumber or aircraft, and supports more than 200,000 jobs in Canada. 

Canada is known for renowned for their high-quality education, advanced research facilities, and well-structured academic programs. Canada also has a robust economy and is home to numerous multinational companies. Students find opportunities for internships, part-time jobs, and post-graduation employment. 

- With inputs from agencies

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