The trajectory of Indian international students on study permits in Canada has shifted dramatically, from a period of explosive growth to a sharp and sustained decline, with 2025 emerging as a pivotal year of contraction.
Over the past decade, Canada established itself as a prime destination for international students, propelled largely by Indian applicants.
Yet, stringent immigration policies, escalating economic barriers, and intensifying global competition have triggered a steep drop in numbers, particularly evident in the first half of 2025.
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