Canada just announced new measures to protect international students from fraud
Canada, a long favored destination for international students, known for its high-quality educational institutions, inclusive society, and post-graduation opportunities, has recently been in news for all the wrong reasons. From student visa fraud, to fake university letters, many Indian students have become victims.
To tackle the challenges within the International Student Program, Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship announced several key measures to safeguard the program's integrity and the well-being of genuine students.
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“International students are talented, bright and deserving of a positive experience as they pursue their studies in Canada. We will continue to improve Canada’s International Student Program by protecting students and weeding out those who try to take advantage of them.
Whether an international student stays and works after graduation or returns home, we want their time as a student in Canada to have been beneficial to their growth and aspirations,” Miller said in a statement.
Effective from December 1, 2023, post-secondary designated learning institutions (DLIs) will have a new obligation to verify every applicant's letter of acceptance directly with the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). This enhanced verification process will shield potential students from fraudulent acceptance letters, preventing incidents like those witnessed earlier this year due to fraud investigations.
