US EditionThousands of international students in Canada face deportation, sparking protests nationwide
- More than 70,000 international student graduates in Canada might face deportation due to federal policy changes, inciting protests nationwide.
- New provincial policies reducing permanent residency nominations by 25% have left many students vulnerable to deportation.
- Protests reflect the frustration of international students who feel targeted by the government after investing heavily in their education.
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‘Unfair to Indians,’ Canada witnesses massive protests as 70,000 students face deportation
Thousands of international students in Canada have been forced to hit the streets over fears that they may face deportation after key policy changes. Several provinces, including Prince Edward Island (PEI), Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia, have been hit hard as students vow to force the Justin Trudeau government to roll back recent changes in federal immigration policies. At some places, protests have been going on for months.
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Pointblank NewsProtests across Canada as 70,000 international students face deportation
Canada is witnessing nationwide protests as over 70,000 international student graduates face deportation due to recent changes in federal immigration policies. Indians have been the biggest cohort among international students in Canada. Students are demanding an extension of work permits and a clear path to permanent residency.
Ottawa: The change implemented by the Canada administration in immigration policies is putting many foreign students in crisis. About 70000 foreign students are reportedly threatened with expulsion from Canada. Canadian government study permit limited, 70000 international students face deportation in Canada
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