The Government of Canada is studying the lack of DLI regulations. They are proposing to add regulations and penalties for non-compliance. Another proposal is to increase part time work permits to 24 hours per week up from existing 20.
These new regulations will affect almost every international student.
The Media in Canada Has published many opinions on these proposals.
New EQA Code of Practice – January 2025 Implementation
The BC Ministry has developed a new Code of Practice to strengthen protection and supports for international students. As of January 2025, all institutions will be required to verify they meet the standards set out in the Code.
Colleges and Universities
Career Colleges
The Ontario government will also work with sector partners and the federal government to explore ways to further crack down on bad-actor recruiters who take advantage of international students and make dubious claims of employment and citizenship.
“We must find more ways to work together to combat gross recruitment practices while protecting our ability to attract the world’s best and brightest to study here in Ontario,” said Minister Dunlop. “These actions will also ensure that we implement sensible policies that protect against worsening Ontario’s housing affordability issues. We need to ensure that students coming to study here have a place to live.”
The government is also continuing to evaluate the recommendations on postsecondary financial stability that were submitted by the blue-ribbon panel late last year. As this review process continues, the government will work closely with the sector to reach an outcome that provides stability and certainty for postsecondary institutions and students alike, with further details to be announced by the end of February.
As the Ontario government takes the necessary action to protect students, it will work jointly with the federal government to protect the stability of post-secondary education across the province and country.
