Indian student gives ‘harsh reality check’ on life in Canada: ‘I regret…’
2 days, 20 hours ago

Indian student gives ‘harsh reality check’ on life in Canada: ‘I regret…’

Hindustan Times  

A candid Reddit post by an Indian student abroad offered a harsh reality check to the students aspiring to study in international colleges, particularly in Canada. The student admitted that he regrets moving to Canada in his social media post cited three key issues – exploitation by colleges, financial struggles, and mental health challenges. According to the student, many Indian students studying in international colleges end up enrolling in private or lower-tier colleges, which ask for high tuition fees but offer little return. Financial struggles The post then discusses the financial hardships Indian students face in Canada as the cost of living is high and basic necessities like groceries and rent are highly expensive.

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Indian student gives ‘reality check’ on Canada move, lists reasons: ‘West sells you an illusion…’
3 days, 4 hours ago

Indian student gives ‘reality check’ on Canada move, lists reasons: ‘West sells you an illusion…’

Live Mint  

An Indian, identified as Hefty-Ad1, has posted on Reddit that he regrets moving to Canada and warned other aspirants of the “illusion”. These included what he called “the college scam”, financial struggles, mental health burden and growing opportunities back home in India. ‘Canada is not what it seems,’ claims Redditor “Every day, I see people in India dreaming of moving …

Indian student cites 3 reasons why they 'regret' moving to Canada in Reddit post
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3 days, 14 hours ago

Indian student cites 3 reasons why they 'regret' moving to Canada in Reddit post

India Today  

An Indian student studying in Canada detailed their struggles about moving abroad in a Reddit post that has gone viral on social media. “I regret moving to Canada,” read the title of the post shared on the r/delhi subreddit in which they cited three major issues that international students face - exploitation by colleges, financial struggles, and mental health challenges. …

Canada tightens immigration rules: Stricter Visas and work permits for international students
3 weeks ago

Canada tightens immigration rules: Stricter Visas and work permits for international students

The Hindu  

The government of Canada announced ‘Regulations Amending the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations’, on January 31, 2025. Dr. Jayanthy Ramakrishnan, admissions head, Galvanize Global Education says that temporary foreign workers or graduated international students will have to deal with stricter work visa or renewal policies. Impact of new immigration rules on students Ms. Ramakrishnan says that international students will have …

Canada's new visa regulations pose challenges for Indian students and workers
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Canada's new visa regulations pose challenges for Indian students and workers

India Today  

In an effort to manage population growth and address domestic concerns, Canada has announced a reduction in immigration numbers. IMPLICATIONS FOR INDIAN STUDENTS AND WORKERS Indian nationals constitute a significant portion of Canada's international student and temporary worker population. The new visa regulations may lead to increased rejection rates for study and work permits, as immigration officials have begun turning …

Canada tells universities to look beyond India for international students - Here’s why
1 month ago

Canada tells universities to look beyond India for international students - Here’s why

Live Mint  

The Canadian government has urged universities and colleges to broaden their scope for international student recruitment beyond India, which is currently the largest source of students for study permits. “I would say universities and colleges have been going to one or two source countries and constantly going back to the well on that, and we expect the diversity of students,” …

As Canadian dreams wane, a rude awakening for Punjab’s immigration economy
1 month, 1 week ago

As Canadian dreams wane, a rude awakening for Punjab’s immigration economy

Live Mint  

Muktsar, Punjab: The first time Dilveer Singh Brar wanted to go to Canada was when he was in the 8th grade. Citing an “unsustainable growth" in the number of international students coming to the country, which in turn put too much pressure on Canada’s housing, healthcare and other social services, Canada’s immigration ministry released a report saying it would cap …

US remains top choice for students amid changing global education policies
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US remains top choice for students amid changing global education policies

India Today  

The landscape of international student mobility is constantly changing, depending on policy shifts, economic trends, and political dynamics in major study-abroad destinations. POLICY CHANGES ACROSS MAJOR STUDY DESTINATIONS International students have seen a huge increase in Canada, Australia, and the UK over the last few years due to pent-up demand post the COVID-19 pandemic. "Canada is one of the examples …

Student struggles in Canada worsen amid rising racism and housing challenges
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Student struggles in Canada worsen amid rising racism and housing challenges

India Today  

Studying abroad has long been an intriguing aspiration for many students. A recent survey conducted by Thompson Rivers University found that over 55 percent of international students face challenges in finding accommodation in Canada. Even though international students contribute majorly to Canada’s FDI and serve in the workforce, they continue to face these challenges. IMMIGRATION POLICIES, STRUCTURED RACISM The survey …

20,000 Indian students skipped Canadian colleges last year: IRCC
2 months ago

20,000 Indian students skipped Canadian colleges last year: IRCC

Hindustan Times  

Toronto: Nearly 20,000 international students from India didn’t turn up at the Canadian institutions they were enrolled during the months of March and April last year, according to a compliance report of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada or IRCC. In a statement on December 24, it alleged officers from its Ahmedabad office “conducted search operations” on December 10 and December …

What does Justin Trudeau's exit means for Indian students, workers in Canada?
2 months, 1 week ago

What does Justin Trudeau's exit means for Indian students, workers in Canada?

Firstpost  

Canada has been a favoured destination for Indian students for nearly a decade. However, with Justin Trudeau stepping down and the Conservative Party under Pierre Poilievre likely to come to power after the next federal election, experts say things could get more difficult for students and workers Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stepped down as prime minister of Canada on …

’Remain vigilant: India issues advisory to exercise extreme caution as 3 Indian students killed in Canada
3 months, 1 week ago

’Remain vigilant: India issues advisory to exercise extreme caution as 3 Indian students killed in Canada

Live Mint  

India issued a fresh advisory urging ‘extreme caution’ on Saturday following the death of multiple students in Canada. “We have issued an advisory for our nationals and Indian students to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant in view of the deteriorating security environment in Canada as a result of the growing incidence of hate crimes and criminal violence,” said Ministry …

Canada asks Indian students to submit documents afresh leaving them 'confused and worried'
3 months, 1 week ago

Canada asks Indian students to submit documents afresh leaving them 'confused and worried'

Firstpost  

Indian students in Canada were left shocked after they received emails from immigration, demanding resubmission of crucial documents such as study permits, visas and educational records, including marks and attendance Indian students in Canada were left surprised after they reportedly received emails asking them to resubmit crucial documents such as study permits, visas and educational records, including marks and attendance. …

Indian students in Canada being asked to resubmit essential documents: Report
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3 months, 1 week ago

Indian students in Canada being asked to resubmit essential documents: Report

Hindustan Times  

Indian students studying in Canada are being asked to resubmit essential documents like study permits, visas, and educational records, triggering a panic among them, Times of India reported. The request coming from Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada, a government department dealing with foreign students, caused distress among international students, many of whom have visas with up to two years of …

Why Canada is losing charm as a study destination for Indians
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Canada is losing charm as a study destination for Indians

India Today  

A hot favourite study-abroad destination with Indians till last year, Canada seems to be falling off the popularity graph. The shift, according to Lakshmi Iyer, managing director at SI-Gobal India, a study abroad consultancy, is driven by several significant factors: strict visa restrictions and delays, constricted work permits and PR routes, housing situation and elevated cost of living, strained diplomatic …

'Going into debt, won't get jobs': US woman says Indian students doing masters in US are falling for a scam
4 months ago

'Going into debt, won't get jobs': US woman says Indian students doing masters in US are falling for a scam

Hindustan Times  

A Reddit user, a 26-year-old American woman, recently shared her thoughts on the increasing number of Indian students enrolling in Master's programmes at US universities. A Reddit user, a 26-year-old American woman, shared concerns about Indian students pursuing Master's degrees in US. "The other thing is the Indian kids have brutal classroom etiquette; they are loudly talking while the professor …

'Going into debt, won't get jobs': US woman says Indian students doing masters in US are falling for a scam
4 months ago

'Going into debt, won't get jobs': US woman says Indian students doing masters in US are falling for a scam

Hindustan Times  

A Reddit user, a 26-year-old American woman, recently shared her thoughts on the increasing number of Indian students enrolling in Master's programmes at US universities. A Reddit user, a 26-year-old American woman, shared concerns about Indian students pursuing Master's degrees in US. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} "I feel bad for them, honestly," she admitted, acknowledging that many students may not …

Indian students give Canada cold shoulder as Ottawa, New Delhi butt heads
4 months, 1 week ago

Indian students give Canada cold shoulder as Ottawa, New Delhi butt heads

Al Jazeera  

Kolkata, India – For the past several years, Manpreet Singh has been dreaming of going abroad for higher studies. Several students from India, especially the northern states of Punjab and Haryana, who had been aspiring to go to Canada for higher education, have put their plans on hold due to the escalating tension between the two countries over the killing …

Canada ends fast-track visa scheme: How will it affect Indian students?
4 months, 1 week ago

Canada ends fast-track visa scheme: How will it affect Indian students?

India Today  

Canada has recently announced the termination of the Student Direct Stream and Nigeria Student Express initiatives, which had expedited study permit processing for international students, particularly benefiting students from India. With this change, Indian students will now be required to apply through the regular study permit stream, which could lead to longer processing times. India is a key source of …

Canada ends fast-track visa programme: How this move can impact Indian students
4 months, 1 week ago

Canada ends fast-track visa programme: How this move can impact Indian students

Hindustan Times  

Amid an ongoing diplomatic standoff between India and Canada, Justin Trudeau's government suspended its popular Student Direct Stream programme ending a fast-track study permit process for international students. The government initiative, which helped thousands of international students quickly secure visas for higher studies in Canada, is expected to have a severe impact on Indian students due to concerns over processing …

Canada ends fast-track visa programme, Indian students likely to be impacted
4 months, 1 week ago

Canada ends fast-track visa programme, Indian students likely to be impacted

India Today  

Canada has ended with immediate effect the popular fast track study visa programme, SDS, a major policy decision that is likely to impact scores of international students, including from India. “Canada is committed to giving all international students equal and fair access to the application process for study permits,” the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada said in a statement on …

Canada: Finanacial burden on Indian students due to new rules about working hours
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Canada: Finanacial burden on Indian students due to new rules about working hours

Op India  

Canada Immigration Minister Marc Miller has declared that foreign students studying in Canada will be allowed to work outside the campus for only up to 24 hours per week. The new law is projected to cause serious financial issues for Indian students in Canada, who make up the majority of international students. The new law limits students to three part-time …

Indian students in Canada's Brampton protest after they fail their exams, demand increase in grades to pass
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian students in Canada's Brampton protest after they fail their exams, demand increase in grades to pass

Op India  

Less than a month after students protested and toppled the government in Bangladesh, some students launched a protest in Canada. On 28 August, over 200 Indian students studying at St Clair College in Brampton came out to protest after they failed the exams. I made some new friends today pic.twitter.com/UYAnfaHgb7 — Harrison Faulkner August 29, 2024 They yelled “True North …

Dozens of Indian students queue up for Tim Horton’s job in Canada. Video is viral
9 months ago

Dozens of Indian students queue up for Tim Horton’s job in Canada. Video is viral

Hindustan Times  

More than a hundred students showed up for a job fair at a Tim Horton’s outlet in Canada, highlighting the country’s tough job market. Since then, I have been looking for a part-time job.” “Most Indian students take up part-time jobs to survive in Canada as the cost of living is very high,” he told HT. Not one to give …

Indian students think beyond US, and Canada for higher education. Details here
1 year ago

Indian students think beyond US, and Canada for higher education. Details here

India Today  

In an ever-evolving world, the quest for knowledge and advancement is indeed pushing boundaries, leading to the exploration of new horizons. In this article, we delve into this trend, the impact of Canada's recent work permit changes for graduates, and the alternative options that Indian students should consider amidst the evolving India-Canada education landscape. Countries like Germany, Australia, and New …

Canada’s two-year cap on international student visas likely to impact Indians
1 year, 1 month ago

Canada’s two-year cap on international student visas likely to impact Indians

The Hindu  

Published : Jan 23, 2024 13:37 IST - 4 MINS READ Canada has announced that it is imposing an immediate two-year cap on new international student visas to tackle a housing crisis and target institutional “bad actors”, a move that is likely to impact Indians planning to study in the country. “To maintain a sustainable level of temporary residence in …

Canada announces two-year cap on international student visas; move likely to impact Indians
1 year, 1 month ago

Canada announces two-year cap on international student visas; move likely to impact Indians

The Hindu  

Canada has announced that it is imposing an immediate two-year cap on new international student visas to tackle a housing crisis and target institutional "bad actors", a move that is likely to impact Indians planning to study in the country. Mr. Miller earlier this month said that a cap on international students would not be a “one-size-fits-all solution” to housing …

Why is Canada limiting entry of foreign students? Will it impact Indian students? EXPLAINED
1 year, 1 month ago

Why is Canada limiting entry of foreign students? Will it impact Indian students? EXPLAINED

India TV News  

Ottawa: Canada on Monday announced a two-year cap on the intake of foreign students after explosive growth in recent years aggravated the country's housing shortage. The new proposals will also set limits on post-graduate work permits issued to foreign students, which will likely force them to return to their home countries. Crackdown on visa It is worth mentioning Canada has …

Number of Indian students going to Canada for studies drops by a massive 86%
1 year, 2 months ago

Number of Indian students going to Canada for studies drops by a massive 86%

Op India  

The number of study permits granted by Canada to Indian students dropped sharply in the last twelve months, as a result of a diplomatic dispute over the murder of a Khalistani terrorist leader in Canada, a top Canadian official stated on Wednesday. Diplomatic tensions erupted in June when Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that there was evidence linking Indian …

India-Canada Row: Ottawa says student visas to Indians down by 86% in last quarter of 2023, no rebound in sight
1 year, 2 months ago

India-Canada Row: Ottawa says student visas to Indians down by 86% in last quarter of 2023, no rebound in sight

Firstpost  

A decline of 86 per cent was witnessed in the number of study permits Canada issued to Indian students in the last quarter of 2023, due to the diplomatic row between both the countries. The report cited Canada’s immigration minister Marc Miller saying the number of study permits to Indian students for Canada fell in the fourth quarter of 2023 …

Canada sees reverse immigration, doubles money requirement for int’l students
1 year, 3 months ago

Canada sees reverse immigration, doubles money requirement for int’l students

Live Mint  

Many immigrants are battling for their survival in Canada as the country's cost of living surged over time. Emigration as a percentage of Canada's overall population touched a high of 0.2 per cent in the mid-1990s, and currently stands at about 0.09 per cent, according to official government data. On average in Canada about 60 per cent of household income …

Canada's higher cost-of-living requirement for students worries parents
1 year, 3 months ago

Canada's higher cost-of-living requirement for students worries parents

Business Standard  

The change will apply to new study permit applications received on or after January 1. Canada's move to more than double the cost-of-living requirement for incoming international students will put an additional financial burden on people sending their children to study in that country, several aspirants' parents in Punjab said. Canada will more than double the cost-of-living financial requirement for …

Notice for Students: Why studying in Canada will get costlier
1 year, 3 months ago

Notice for Students: Why studying in Canada will get costlier

Firstpost  

Significant changes have been made to Canada’s study permit requirements, which now mandate that international students wishing to study there need to have double the amount of funds currently required. Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, said Ottawa will now require international students applying to study in the country to have double the amount of funds currently required. …

Canada and US lead, UK surpasses Australia as top study abroad choice for Indians
1 year, 3 months ago

Canada and US lead, UK surpasses Australia as top study abroad choice for Indians

India Today  

Canada and the US remain top choices for Indian students, while the UK surpasses Australia as the third preferred study destination, as per the Indian Students Mobility Report 2023, signaling shifting trends in international education. Amidst shifting preferences among Indian students, Canada remains the top choice followed closely by the United States. The recent Indian Students Mobility Report 2023 sheds …

Loan disbursement for Indian students to study in Canada went up five times over past three years
1 year, 5 months ago

Loan disbursement for Indian students to study in Canada went up five times over past three years

The Hindu  

The demand among Indian students to study in Canada has increased over the past three years, with 40% of all international students in Canada hailing from India, a report from CareEdge Ratings has said. Loans extended to Indian students to study in Canada formed 20% of the “total loan book” of these NBFCs, amounting to ₹26,175 crore. “In short term, …

Indian students in Canada worried about lack of job opportunities
1 year, 5 months ago

Indian students in Canada worried about lack of job opportunities

The Hindu  

As India-Canada relations strained in the wake of allegations by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau against India, there is another major problem that is plaguing Indian students here - lack of job opportunities. In 2022, a total of 226,450 Indian students arrived in Canada to pursue higher education, making India the top source country of new international students entering the …

India-Canada News: ’Committed to your wellbeing’, says Toronto University
1 year, 5 months ago

India-Canada News: ’Committed to your wellbeing’, says Toronto University

Live Mint  

India-Canada diplomatic standoff: The University of Toronto has sought to reassure the student community and underscored its commitment to support its wellbeing, while also noting that India's suspension of visa processing will hinder face-to-face connection. Speaking to PTI, Vice-President International, University of Toronto, Professor Joseph Wong said, “We know that many members of the University of Toronto community are watching …

How Canadian colleges are seeking to reassure Indian students amid diplomatic standoff
1 year, 5 months ago

How Canadian colleges are seeking to reassure Indian students amid diplomatic standoff

Firstpost  

Canadian universities are reassuring Indian students of their safety and offering resources to deal with the uncertainty triggered by the diplomatic crisis between the two countries as they seek to limit the fallout on a booming business Taxi-driver Jiwan Sharma is contemplating whether it is the right call for his son to board the flight to Canada he booked recently. …

What Indians studying in Canada should do amid the current political turmoil
1 year, 5 months ago

What Indians studying in Canada should do amid the current political turmoil

Live Mint  

Canada has consistently ranked highly on the list of preferred destinations for Indian students seeking international education. In an exclusive interview, Piyush Kumar, Regional Director, South Asia and Mauritius, IDP Education, assesses the current situation to allay the fears of students and parents about education in Canada and suggests precautionary measures. What is the current situation vis a vis Indian …

How Canada’s housing crisis is making life difficult for Indian students
1 year, 5 months ago

How Canada’s housing crisis is making life difficult for Indian students

Firstpost  

Amid a housing crisis, Indian students in Canada’s Ontario looking for rented places are forced to fend for themselves. While some are going door-to-door to seek shelter, others are living in cramped basements paying sky-high rents Many Indian students in Canada are facing the full force of the country’s housing crisis. Manan Gupta, a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, told India …

Will diplomatic row hit Indians' higher education plans in Canada?
1 year, 5 months ago

Will diplomatic row hit Indians' higher education plans in Canada?

India Today  

Mumbai-based Vamika Ohri, 17, is having sleepless nights these days. In 2022, Canada attracted around 226,000 Indian students for higher education, estimates Yocket, a study-abroad consultancy. “Students already studying in Canada are a little worried about the current situation, but these are temporary events and expected to normalise soon. Sharing the sentiment, Akshay Chaturvedi, founder and CEO of Leverage Edu, …

India-Canada relations sour: Spotlight on immigrants, foreign students, workers and trade | Data
1 year, 5 months ago

India-Canada relations sour: Spotlight on immigrants, foreign students, workers and trade | Data

The Hindu  

Last week, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged that agents of the Indian government were involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen, in Surrey. Chart 3 | The chart shows the number of applications received for permanent residency in Canada between January 2020 and July 2023. Chart 4 | The chart shows the number of new …

Punjab: Hate crimes, denial of visa worry students, parents
1 year, 6 months ago

Punjab: Hate crimes, denial of visa worry students, parents

Hindustan Times  

With India suspending visa services to Canadian citizens for “operational reasons” on Thursday as a fallout of the tense ties between the two countries after Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June, there is anxiety and panic among parents in Punjab whose children are on study permit in …

Anxious parents of Punjabi students in Canada say can only wait and watch
1 year, 6 months ago

Anxious parents of Punjabi students in Canada say can only wait and watch

Hindustan Times  

With India suspending visa services to Canadian citizens for “operational reasons” on Thursday as a fallout of the tense ties between the two countries after Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June, there is anxiety and panic among parents in Punjab whose children are on study permit in …

What will be the impact of New Delhi-Ottawa rift on Indian students in Canada?
1 year, 6 months ago

What will be the impact of New Delhi-Ottawa rift on Indian students in Canada?

India TV News  

The relationship between India and Canada has crumbled after the allegations of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau against the Indian government in the killing of wanted Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Earlier, New Delhi issued a travel advisory cautioning Indian nations and students to refrain from visiting Ottawa amid rising hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada. Indian Intelligence agencies …

In Canada, India warns its citizens of hate crimes
1 year, 6 months ago

In Canada, India warns its citizens of hate crimes

Hindustan Times  

A day after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s allegation of Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar triggered a diplomatic row, India advised its citizens in Canada to exercise utmost caution due to growing anti-India activities and “politically-condoned hate crimes”. “In view of growing anti-India activities and politically-condoned hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian …

Study Abroad: Why Canada is so famous among international students
1 year, 6 months ago

Study Abroad: Why Canada is so famous among international students

India TV News  

Canada is renowned for its finest education systems in the world and its universities consistently rank among the best in the world. How to get Admission to Universities in Canada In Canada, the university admissions process typically commences well in advance of the academic intake, allowing students to apply up to a year before their program's start date. Matthew informed …

Study visa scam in Canada puts Indian students’ careers in jeopardy
1 year, 9 months ago

Study visa scam in Canada puts Indian students’ careers in jeopardy

The Hindu  

Published : Jun 13, 2023 16:51 IST - 3 MINS READ More than 700 college students from India are currently facing deportation from Canada after their college acceptance letters—which were used to apply for Canadian study visas almost four years ago—were found to be fake. “If there are now investigations into cases of misrepresentation, including those related to study permits, …

Govt to assist Indian students in Canadian universities facing visa delays
2 years, 6 months ago

Govt to assist Indian students in Canadian universities facing visa delays

Live Mint  

Amid issues faced by college students enrolled in Canadian universities, the Indian government has informed that it has taken up the matter with Canada to make sure that students are not affected and added that the country will continue to take measures to assist Indian students who would like to go abroad to study. It is important to note that …

Canada Student Visa delay: Indian authorities step in
2 years, 6 months ago

Canada Student Visa delay: Indian authorities step in

Live Mint  

Due to delays in the processing of their visas and student permits, some Indian students are unable to enrol in academic courses at Canadian universities. More than 230,000 Indian students are currently enrolled in post-secondary schools across Canada, and they contribute to the country's economy in a number of ways, including by paying an estimated $4 billion in tuition. According …

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