On January 1, 2026, Quebec tripled the proof of funds it asks of a single international student to $24,617 CAD. On the same date, the CAQ application fee held at $135 CAD. And on the same date, somewhere in Dakar, an agent told another student that “le permis d’études suffit, ne te tracasse pas avec … Read more
You already know the field-of-study rule changed on November 1, 2024. You are here because you want to know whether it caught you, and whether anything you might do next can quietly void the only protection you still have. The decision tree below gives you the binary answer in 30 seconds, then walks the trap … Read more
Moving from CLB 7 to CLB 9 on Express Entry swings up to 56 points on your CRS score (68 to 124 for a single principal applicant, or 52 points at 64 to 116 if you apply with a qualifying spouse), which is usually the exact gap between the pool and an ITA. Generic “read … Read more
You just finished your degree in Canada — now what? The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is your bridge from student life to a Canadian career, giving you up to 3 years to work for any employer while you build toward permanent residency. Here’s everything you need to know to apply correctly and on time. A … Read more
Nearly one million international students hold valid study permits in Canada right now, and every year another 437,000 join them. If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada as a student, you’re choosing one of the world’s most welcoming countries for education and long-term settlement. This guide walks you through every step, from your first application … Read more