Latest Update: Is Canada Valued More as a Pathway to Immigration or as a Destination for Education?

A recent webinar presented by the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) and IDP explored the current perspectives on Canada’s positioning as an education destination versus a pathway to immigration. Livia Castellanos, Vice President External Affairs for Canada at IDP, shared insights from a survey conducted among IDP's global network of counsellors and country managers. The findings come in light of more than a year of foreign enrolment caps and frequent policy changes affecting international students in Canada.

Key Takeaways

The survey highlights the ongoing debate about Canada's role for international students: is it primarily an education hub or a stepping stone for immigration? The results suggest varying perceptions, influenced by recent policy shifts and enrolment restrictions, which have affected international enrolments significantly.