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Approximately 70,000 students gathered for protest in provinces like Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba. The protests were sparked by Canada’s 2021 abolition of the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program and a two-year cap on international student visas introduced last year, reducing student intake by 35%.Related News: UK Tuition Fees for International Students Set to Rise Amid Financial Crisis
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Approximately 70,000 students gathered for protest in provinces like Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba. The protests were sparked by Canada’s 2021 abolition of the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program and a two-year cap on international student visas introduced last year, reducing student intake by 35%.
These changes have heightened fears of deportation among students, especially with additional restrictions on PGWP applications. Advocacy groups warn that many could face deportation when work permits expire.
Related News: UK Tuition Fees for International Students Set to Rise Amid Financial Crisis
The government justifies these reforms as necessary to address housing and employment challenges.
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