Getting PR after graduating from a master’s or PhD program as an international student

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:00:38 +0000

It may now be easier for students who come to Canada for a master’s or Ph.D. program to obtain permanent residence (PR). On February 15, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) enacted a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) policy that was first announced on January 22 as one of many changes coming to Canada’s international […]

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Live Webinar: CAEL – Test Structure and Strategies to Help You Ace the Speaking Component

Credit to Author: CAEL| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 13:00:16 +0000

If you are committed to attaining a great score on your language assessment and increasing your chances of admission to a Canadian university, then this webinar is for you. CanadaVisa invites you to our free, live, and interactive webinar, CAEL – Test Structure and Strategies to Help You Ace the Speaking Component, on Thursday, May […]

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Study Abroad in Canada: A Useful Checklist for International Students

Credit to Author: TD| Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 13:00:32 +0000

Coming to study in Canada as an international student is a big step, but don’t worry — this article will help you get started on your journey with confidence. Before you arrive in Canada, there are a few things you can do to help make everything go smoothly. Here is a useful checklist before you […]

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What should be included in your Letter of Acceptance as an international student

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:00:30 +0000

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently updated the guidelines for what they recommend Canadian Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) include in an international student’s Letter of Acceptance (LOA). Canadian international students can make sure their LOA is genuine and legitimate by ensuring that their LOA includes all the recommended information. Alongside newly mandated provincial […]

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Rethinking international education in Canada for sustainable solutions

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:33:29 +0000

In this opinion piece, educators Raghwa Gopal and Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan highlight complex issues facing international education in Canada and underline the importance of national conversations with stakeholder groups to find solutions. 

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Applying to Canadian Universities and Colleges? CAEL Has You Covered!

Credit to Author: CAEL| Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:00:46 +0000

If you are preparing to apply to a Canadian university or college, you will need to prove your proficiency in the English language. As the only Canadian test designed specifically for academic purposes, CAEL is accepted by over 180 Canadian universities and colleges. CAEL is also accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for […]

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Will I need to submit a provincial attestation letter as part of my Canadian study permit application?

Credit to Author: Vimal Sivakumar| Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:00:17 +0000

A recent notice published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has clarified exactly who is required to submit a provincial attestation letter (PAL) when they apply for a Canadian study permit. In late January this year, the federal government announced that most new post-secondary international students at the college or undergraduate level would now […]

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A newcomer’s guide to making Montreal home

Credit to Author: Julia Hornstein| Date: Fri, 01 Mar 2024 13:00:58 +0000

Montreal stands out not only for its rich history and arts scene but also its unique bilingual environment. As a city that boasts eclectic festivals and a dining scene rivaled by few, it offers newcomers an array of enriching experiences. This guide will help newcomers looking to settle in the city, touching on aspects from […]

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Get Your English Language Proficiency Scores Faster with CELPIP

Credit to Author: CELPIP| Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2024 14:00:25 +0000

We are pleased to announce that you can now get your CELPIP scores even faster than before! We understand the stress and pressure that come from writing a high-stakes test like CELPIP and have listened to the feedback from our test takers. We are excited to now provide your results faster than ever. By reducing […]

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Master’s students are now eligible for a 3-year work permit

Credit to Author: Asheesh Moosapeta| Date: Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:00:34 +0000

Starting today, international students studying in master’s programs that are less than two years in length, are eligible for a three-year post-graduation work permit (PGWP). Before today, the length of an issued PGWP was correlated with the length of a program of study. However, in recognition that master’s students are placed to perform well in […]

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