International students are facing uncertainty after Canada announced plans to dramatically cut the number of student permits by half.

It will be increasingly harder for international students to get visas to study in Canada, according to the recent report that outlines the country’s new immigration plan.

Last year , the government had planned to issue 305,900 student permits in 2026 and 305,900 in 2027. However, projected numbers will see those drop by more than half, with the government planning to reduce the number of student permits issued to 155,000 in 2026 and 150,000 in 2027. It also plans to issue only 150,000 study permits in 2028.

Minister of Finance François-Philippe Champagne delivered the federal budget on Tuesday, Nov. 4, announcing the government’s plan to bring Canad

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