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Judge denies Chinese student Canada entry over spy concerns

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A Canadian judge has denied an international student entry to the country over concerns he could be “coerced” into spying, as Chinese nationals who have attended certain government-linked institutions face increased scrutiny from immigration officers.

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Negative headlines ‘harming’ Canada’s reputation

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International education professionals across Canada are considering how negative news headlines and recent announcements by government may be harming brand Canada. At our university, our board approved a new residence project for about 150 rooms. We are a small university with only [around] 7,000 students.

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Canada: students with no housing told to defer

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Cape Breton University in Nova Scotia has warned international students to stay home if they don’t have housing arranged before coming to Canada. . In what’s believed to be a first for the country, CBU announced this month that students planning to come in January 2023 should defer if they don’t have a place to live.

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Earl Blaney, The Canada Network, Canada

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Despite this success, it’s also had its fair share of difficulties – one man who aims to keep the sector in check, and make sure that all those involved are working to help the international students who come to Canada, is Earl Blaney. Labour market demand is very regional in Canada in certain fields.

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Canada: Sikh Temple sheltering over 100 internationals in Timmins

The PIE News

Over 100 international students have been provided with emergency accommodation over the last two weeks by a Sikh temple in the city of Timmins, Northern Ontario, The PIE News has learned. However, Bains explained that Canada’s housing crisis is resulting in a desperate need among students, who are often from India.

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Visa processing impact still felt in major study destinations

The PIE News

Visa processing times globally are continuing to impact the recovery of the international education sector, with Canada continuing to be the most disadvantaged over other popular study destinations. The countries include Thailand, Colombia, Pakistan, Nepal and Bhutan. “Semester one is looking very healthy for our education providers.

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Cape Breton rolls out new agent code of conduct

The PIE News

Cape Breton University’s new code of conduct, rolling out this month, is set to improve international student recruitment standards for the university, as well as the wider international student experience. As of 2023, international students bring more than $300 million annual economic impact for the local community.