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April 9, 2024
BREAKING NEWS ALERT: IRCC Announces Allocation of Study Permits for Canadian Provinces
In a significant development, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has unveiled the allocation of study permits for all provinces for the year 2024. This announcement follows the implementation of a national cap on the number of study permit applications processed each year.
Key Points:
- Allocation Based on Population:Â Provinces received permits based on their population share, aiming for a fair distribution. However, adjustments were made to prevent disproportionate impacts.
- Capped Allocation:Â Some provinces with significantly higher allocations based on population received a capped allocation at 10% of their population share.
- Approval Rate Adjustments:Â Provinces with approval rates below 60% received additional permits to reach expected approval levels, ensuring equitable opportunities for international students.
Provincial Highlights:
- Ontario:Â Secured the largest allocation with 235,000 study permits, with a significant portion directed towards public universities and colleges.
- Quebec:Â Received 117,917 permits.
- British Columbia:Â Received 83,000 permits, with an emphasis on equitable distribution between public and private institutions.
Cap Clarification:
- IRCC clarified the distinction between capped permits processed and issued. They project processing 606,000 applications, with a national approval rate target of 60% determining the final number of issued permits.
Provincial Updates:
- Alberta:Â Allocation capped at 10%, resulting in 40,894 permits.
- Nova Scotia:Â Received a notable top-up, resulting in a total allocation of 20,378 permits.
Data on Allocation of Study Permits:
Province |
Allocation |
Alberta |
40894 |
British Columbia |
83000 |
Manitoba |
18652 |
New Brunswick |
14651 |
New found land and Labrador |
3153 |
Northwest Territories |
333 |
Nova Scotia |
20378 |
Nunavut |
333 |
Ontario |
235000 |
Prince Edward Island |
2312 |
Quebec |
117917 |
Saskatchewan |
15054 |
Yukon |
417 |
This announcement underscores IRCC’s commitment to managing international student intake while ensuring fairness and efficiency in the application process. Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story.
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