Enrolments slide by over a thousand: Is Canada losing its appeal among international students?

Canada’s once-strong appeal for international students is slipping, with long-term enrolments in public schools falling by over 1,000 in 2024–25. Rising global competition, immigration policy shifts, and limited government promotion are driving the decline. While short-term enrolments show slight growth, experts warn that Canada must act strategically to remain a top study destination worldwide.

Enrolments slide by over a thousand: Is Canada losing its appeal among international students?
Canada’s once-strong appeal for international students is slipping, with long-term enrolments in public schools falling by over 1,000 in 2024–25. Rising global competition, immigration policy shifts, and limited government promotion are driving the decline. While short-term enrolments show slight growth, experts warn that Canada must act strategically to remain a top study destination worldwide.