Canada — Visa & Study Updates

Canada Study Permit Refusals Hit 62% — Official IRCC Figures Confirm the Crackdown

IRCC has confirmed to Parliament that 62% of new study permit applications are being refused as of early 2026, up from 52% in 2024. New student arrivals fell 61% in a year. Here is what the official data shows and what applicants can do.

Canada Study Permit Cap 2026: How Many Spots Are Available?

Canada has capped study permit issuances at 408,000 for 2026 — 16% below 2024 levels. Here is how the cap works, who it affects, and what it means for your application.