Canada Sets New Work Hour Limits for International Students
The Canadian government will enforce a 24-hour work week for international students starting in September, aiming to balance study and work commitments.
- Canada's government announces a 24-hour per week work limit for international students, effective from September.
- The decision follows the end of a temporary full-time work allowance during labor shortages in the pandemic.
- Officials aim to ensure students prioritize education over work, following concerns about the misuse of study permits.
- The measure is part of broader efforts to manage the growth of temporary residents and maintain educational standards.
- Critics argue that previous policies allowed students to focus more on work, potentially leading to citizenship pathways.
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