The number of foreign students receiving&nbsp;study permits to&nbsp;Canada this year has risen despite the Canadian government's stated goal of reducing the number of temporary residents entering the nation.

This comes as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has seen a decline in popularity due to the shelter&nbsp;affordability crisis in the country.&nbsp;Therefore, steps were taken to limit the number of temporary residents, such as international students.

But when compared to the same period in 2023, those numbers have actually increased, according to data from&nbsp;Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).&nbsp;

In 2024, 187,510 study permits were issued in the first four months of this year, up from 165,805 the last&nbsp;year. Over the same period, the number of Indian students receiving these visas increased as well&nbsp;from 72,750 to 81,260.

Indian students received 278,335 study permits out of the 682,4305 study permits that Canada gave in 2023. Indians have obtained 91,510 of the 216,620 study permits that Canada has awarded so&nbsp;far this year.

IRCC said that 2024's intake of applications for study permits for overseas students would be capped at 35 per cent compared to 2023.&nbsp;

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“For 2024, the cap is expected to result in approximately 360,000 approved study permits, a decrease of 35% from 2023,” IRCC noted in a press release, in January.

Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, Marc Miller said in March that the administration intended to "decrease in our population of temporary residents to 5 per cent over the next three years."

The rising housing costs including home prices and rentals are said to be&nbsp;behind this initiative.

In May, the number of students receiving study permits&nbsp;somewhat fell from 34,400 in 2023 to 30,490. During this time, the number of Indian students acquiring study permits also decreased from 13,055 to 10,560.

(With inputs from agencies)

The number of foreign students receiving study permits to Canada this year has risen despite the Canadian government's stated goal of reducing the number of temporary residents entering the nation.

The number of foreign students receiving study permits to Canada this year has risen despite the Canadian government's stated goal of reducing the number of temporary residents entering the nation. This comes as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has seen a decline in popularity due to the shelter affordability crisis in the country. Therefore, steps were taken to limit the number of temporary residents, such as international students. But when compared to the same period in 2023, those numbers have actually increased, according to data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). In 2024, 187,510 study permits were issued in the first four months of this year, up from 165,805 the last year. Over the same period, the number of Indian students receiving these visas increased as well from 72,750 to 81,260. Indian students received 278,335 study permits out of the 682,4305 study permits that Canada gave in 2023. Indians have obtained 91,510 of the 216,620 study permits that Canada has awarded so far this year. IRCC said that 2024's intake of applications for study permits for overseas students would be capped at 35 per cent compared to 2023. Also read: Two-thirds of Americans want Joe Biden to drop out of presidential race in damning new poll “For 2024, the cap is expected to result in approximately 360,000 approved study permits, a decrease of 35% from 2023,” IRCC noted in a press release, in January. Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, Marc Miller said in March that the administration intended to "decrease in our population of temporary residents to 5 per cent over the next three years." The rising housing costs including home prices and rentals are said to be behind this initiative. In May, the number of students receiving study permits somewhat fell from 34,400 in 2023 to 30,490. During this time, the number of Indian students acquiring study permits also decreased from 13,055 to 10,560. (With inputs from agencies)

Canada sees rise in number of foreign students receiving study permit despite government restrictions

In the midst of strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said during a telephonic conversation with his Canadian counterpart, Justin Trudeau that he hopes to see a de-escalation of the row.

Downing Street released a statement saying that the UK PM spoke to Trudeau on Friday evening where he was updated on the situation relating to Canadian diplomats in India.

The two leaders concurred to stay in contact as Sunak affirmed the position of the United Kingdom of respect for the rule of law after Trudeau alleged the involvement of Indian intelligence agents in the murder of Sikh pro-Khalistan hardliner Hardeep Singh Nijjar.&nbsp;

"Prime Minister Trudeau updated on the situation relating to Canadian diplomats in India," read the Downing Street statement.&nbsp;

"The Prime Minister [Sunak] reaffirmed the UK's position that all countries should respect sovereignty and the rule of law, including the principles of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. He hoped to see a de-escalation in the situation and agreed to remain in contact with Prime Minister Trudeau on the next steps," it said.

The telephonic conversation between the two leaders comes in the wake of a statement made by Trudeau in the Canadian Parliament last month where he suggested that India might be linked to the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil.&nbsp;

India has strongly rejected these claims while reiterating its adherence to the rule of law.&nbsp;

The conversation also comes a week after a group of assailants prevented Indian high commissioner to the United Kingdom Vikram Doraiswami from entering a gurdwara in Scotland.

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United Kingdom Minister of State for the Indo-Pacific Anne-Marie Trevelyan said that she was "concerned" to see how Doraiswami was stopped from meeting the Gurdwara Committee in Glasgow.

Trevelyan said, "Concerned to see that the Indian High Commissioner @VDoraiswami was stopped from meeting with the Gurdwara Committee at the Gurdwara in Glasgow. The safety and security of foreign diplomats is of utmost importance and our places of worship in the UK must be open to all."

<h2>Taking up concerns of security of our diplomats, says MEA</h2>

The Ministry External Affairs (MEA) said that it has been taking up concerns of security of the diplomats.

"We have been taking up concerns of security of our diplomats and premises from people there who are wanted by our security and our judicial systems, and we will continue to do that as that is a continued conversation. The issue is about security, and our diplomats are safe and the community is not targeted," said MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said in New Delhi.&nbsp;

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In the midst of strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said during a telephonic conversation with his Canadian counterpart, Justin Trudeau that he hopes to see a de-escalation of the row.

In the midst of strained diplomatic ties between India and Canada, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said during a telephonic conversation with his Canadian counterpart, Justin Trudeau that he hopes to see a de-escalation of the row. Downing Street released a statement saying that the UK PM spoke to Trudeau on Friday evening where he was updated on the situation relating to Canadian diplomats in India. The two leaders concurred to stay in contact as Sunak affirmed the position of the United Kingdom of respect for the rule of law after Trudeau alleged the involvement of Indian intelligence agents in the murder of Sikh pro-Khalistan hardliner Hardeep Singh Nijjar. "Prime Minister Trudeau updated on the situation relating to Canadian diplomats in India," read the Downing Street statement. "The Prime Minister [Sunak] reaffirmed the UK's position that all countries should respect sovereignty and the rule of law, including the principles of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. He hoped to see a de-escalation in the situation and agreed to remain in contact with Prime Minister Trudeau on the next steps," it said. The telephonic conversation between the two leaders comes in the wake of a statement made by Trudeau in the Canadian Parliament last month where he suggested that India might be linked to the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil. India has strongly rejected these claims while reiterating its adherence to the rule of law. The conversation also comes a week after a group of assailants prevented Indian high commissioner to the United Kingdom Vikram Doraiswami from entering a gurdwara in Scotland. Also read: India to raise issues with Canada during Parliament-20 meeting in Delhi United Kingdom Minister of State for the Indo-Pacific Anne-Marie Trevelyan said that she was "concerned" to see how Doraiswami was stopped from meeting the Gurdwara Committee in Glasgow. Trevelyan said, "Concerned to see that the Indian High Commissioner @VDoraiswami was stopped from meeting with the Gurdwara Committee at the Gurdwara in Glasgow. The safety and security of foreign diplomats is of utmost importance and our places of worship in the UK must be open to all." Taking up concerns of security of our diplomats, says MEA The Ministry External Affairs (MEA) said that it has been taking up concerns of security of the diplomats. "We have been taking up concerns of security of our diplomats and premises from people there who are wanted by our security and our judicial systems, and we will continue to do that as that is a continued conversation. The issue is about security, and our diplomats are safe and the community is not targeted," said MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said in New Delhi. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday participated in Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan in Toronto. He took part in the celebrations after a gap of seven years.

Taking to Twitter, Trudeau later shared pictures of the celebrations, and said "From Vancouver to Edmonton to Toronto, I have fond memories of attending Vaisakhi celebrations. Today, we were back in Toronto for this year’s Khalsa Day parade — celebrating with friends old and new. Happy Vaisakhi!." 
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The Canadian Prime Minister, as per Hindustan Times, was flanked by some of his Cabinet colleagues, including Harjit Sajjan and Omar Alghabra as well as Liberal Party MPs from the Greater Toronto Area or GTA.

Addressing the crowds at Nathan Phillips Square in downtown Toronto, the leader reminisced about attending the Toronto Khalsa Day parade previously.&nbsp;

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"I remember attending the Toronto Khalsa Day parade a few years ago, and I’ve been across the country many times since. I always have fond memories of visiting Vaisakhi celebrations here in Toronto, in Ontario and across the country," he said.

"Sikh values are also profoundly Canadian values." &nbsp;

Trudeau had in 2017 attended the Toronto Khalsa Day event. With that, he became the first Canadian PM in more than a decade to attend the event; before him Paul Martin in 2005 attended.&nbsp;

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However, reportedly, his presence at celebrations had irked the Indian government. This was due to multiple reasons; the presence of Khalistani flags at the event, posters of Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and a mini celebration over the carrying of a motion in the Ontario Assembly that termed the 1984 anti-Sikh riots as "genocide."

Even this year's Khalsa Day celebrations featured Khalisan flags; as per HT, they were visible in front of the dais. However, the parade's organisers — the Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council or OSGC — largely prevented the occasion from being hijacked by separatist elements.&nbsp;The day marks the establishment of the Khalsa order by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.&nbsp;

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday participated in Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan in Toronto. He took part in the celebrations after a gap of seven years. Taking to Twitter, Trudeau later shared pictures of the celebrations, and said "From Vancouver to Edmonton to Toronto, I have fond memories of attending Vaisakhi celebrations.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday participated in Vaisakhi Nagar Kirtan in Toronto. He took part in the celebrations after a gap of seven years. Taking to Twitter, Trudeau later shared pictures of the celebrations, and said "From Vancouver to Edmonton to Toronto, I have fond memories of attending Vaisakhi celebrations. Today, we were back in Toronto for this year’s Khalsa Day parade — celebrating with friends old and new. Happy Vaisakhi!." From Vancouver to Edmonton to Toronto, I have fond memories of attending Vaisakhi celebrations. Today, we were back in Toronto for this year’s Khalsa Day parade – celebrating with friends old and new. Happy Vaisakhi! pic.twitter.com/wWgEDEuJOo — Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) April 30, 2023 × The Canadian Prime Minister, as per Hindustan Times, was flanked by some of his Cabinet colleagues, including Harjit Sajjan and Omar Alghabra as well as Liberal Party MPs from the Greater Toronto Area or GTA. Addressing the crowds at Nathan Phillips Square in downtown Toronto, the leader reminisced about attending the Toronto Khalsa Day parade previously. Also read | Joe Biden, Kamala Harris woo donors for presidential election 2024 re-run "I remember attending the Toronto Khalsa Day parade a few years ago, and I’ve been across the country many times since. I always have fond memories of visiting Vaisakhi celebrations here in Toronto, in Ontario and across the country," he said. "Sikh values are also profoundly Canadian values." Trudeau had in 2017 attended the Toronto Khalsa Day event. With that, he became the first Canadian PM in more than a decade to attend the event; before him Paul Martin in 2005 attended. Also read | Tunisia mulls new cemeteries as hundreds of dead refugees wash up on coast However, reportedly, his presence at celebrations had irked the Indian government. This was due to multiple reasons; the presence of Khalistani flags at the event, posters of Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and a mini celebration over the carrying of a motion in the Ontario Assembly that termed the 1984 anti-Sikh riots as "genocide." Even this year's Khalsa Day celebrations featured Khalisan flags; as per HT, they were visible in front of the dais. However, the parade's organisers — the Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council or OSGC — largely prevented the occasion from being hijacked by separatist elements. The day marks the establishment of the Khalsa order by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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