Canada Slashes Study Permits for Foreign Students

Ottawa, Canada – In a shocking move, the Canadian government has announced drastic reductions in study permits for international students, with Indian nationals expected to bear the brunt.

PERMIT CUTS: 35% THIS YEAR, 10% NEXT

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau revealed the cuts on X, stating, “Immigration is good for our economy, but when bad actors abuse the system, we crack down.”

INDIAN STUDENTS HIT HARDEST

With over 427,000 Indian students currently enrolled in Canadian institutions, this decision will force many to seek alternative destinations like the US, UK, or Australia.

REASONS BEHIND THE CRACKDOWN

Canada’s housing shortage, rising cost of living, and concerns over immigration system abuse have prompted the government to take action.

TOUGHER REGULATIONS

New rules include:

• Stricter language criteria for temporary foreign workers and international students
• Increased financial requirements for international students

EXPERT REACTION

“This move will have far-reaching consequences for Canada’s education sector and economy,” said [Expert Name], a leading immigration analyst.

OPPOSITION REACTS

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre seized on the issue, criticizing Trudeau’s handling of immigration and its impact on housing affordability.