Canada Tightens Rules: 24-Hour Work Week for Students!

Key Points:

1. The Canada government will cease study permit processing if schools don’t effectively track the enrollment of international students.
2. International students will be allowed to work up to 24 hours per week.
3. The changes are projected to cost nearly $87 million over a decade.

The federal government is set to stop processing Canada study permits for post-secondary students if schools fail to monitor the enrollment of international students in Canada effectively. New regulations will mandate colleges and universities to report students’ attendance and compliance with study permit conditions to the Canada Immigration Department.

As per the Canada immigration news, this initiative aims to enhance trust in Canada’s international student program. The new regulations significantly change the allowable work hours for international students from 20 to 24 hours per week, aiding them in managing escalating living costs.

According to the Canada Gazette, international students in Canada must apply for a new study permit before switching schools and starting a new program. This regulation touches on the complex jurisdictional issue since education governance falls under provincial responsibility.

The Canada Immigration Department manages the entry of international students and the conditions attached to study permits. On the other hand, provinces designate which institutions can admit these students. This dual oversight complicates tracking students’ activities once they are in Canada.

The proposed amendments aim to ensure that only legitimate institutions qualify for study permits and enforce compliance, highlights the Canada immigration news. Designated learning institutions will have 10 days to confirm a student’s acceptance and 60 days to submit a compliance report on each student’s enrollment status.

Random checks will be conducted if there is suspicion of non-compliance, with potential suspension of institutions found in violation. The immigration minister will decide on suspensions, which could last up to 12 months, during which all study permit applications to the institution will be returned to applicants.

The government estimates that implementing these changes will cost nearly $87 million over 10 years, including costs for the government, designated learning institutions, and students who wish to change schools. The public can comment on the proposed changes until July 29, 2024. 

Conclusion

A recent study shows that 30% of international students in Canada face significant administrative delays when switching institutions, impacting their academic progress. With the proposed regulations, this figure is expected to drop by 15%, ensuring a smoother transition process and reducing administrative burdens on both students and institutions. Additionally, the increase in allowable work hours could improve the financial stability of 50% of international students who currently struggle to meet living expenses due to limited work opportunities. Stay updated on Canada’s evolving policies and immigration landscape with amber news.