Canada tightens student immigration rules as African students face shrinking path to permanent residency

Canada is reducing study-permit targets and making the path from student to permanent resident more selective. International students, particularly from Africa, may face tougher conditions for studying and settling in Canada. The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) now has new requirements, including language proficiency and the need for studies aligned with labor market needs. Provincial leaders like Alberta's premier are emphasizing that students without permanent residency must return home after their visas expire.