Recent changes to international education policies and processes by the federal government have prompted a response from associations representing post-secondary institutions across Canada.
Colleges across British Columbia provide students with career-ready programs and an affordable post-secondary education that leads directly to employment. Changes to federal immigration policy by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will result in less opportunities for international students.
BC Colleges and Colleges & Institutes Canada (CICan) have both released formal statements addressing the impacts of the federal government’s new caps on international student enrolment and changes to work permit eligibility.
Both associations have released responses to the recent changes. Learn more about this issue, the responses and the ongoing work being done by both associations:
- Opinion: This is not the time to discourage students from choosing public colleges
- A Message to Canadians from Canada’s Public Colleges and Institutes
Read frequently asked questions about immigration and permits.
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) #4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.