Immigration Minister Mark Miller said Ottawa will require foreign nationals applying to study in Canada to double the amount currently required.
Ottawa to scale back policy that extends the period that graduating international students can work in Canada
Immigration Minister Mark Miller said Ottawa will require foreign nationals applying to study in Canada to double the amount currently required.
Miller said the change is one of several the government is making to ensure international students are not exposed to unfair employers and unable to live in Canada.
He has also warned provinces that the Liberals could impose visa restrictions if universities do not adequately support students, but the government needs to discuss more before such changes are implemented. he told reporters.
Immigration Minister Mark Miller announced new rules for international students that increase the amount of money required to study in Canada.
Miller likens some universities to puppy mills, offering foreigners an inadequate education while giving them a chance to get a visa to work in Canada and eventually immigrate. said.
The Liberals are also stepping up policies to extend the period international students can work in Canada without an employment visa.
Miller said Canada will consider providing some assistance to foreign nationals who are unable to study in Canada due to new income requirements.
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