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Every year more international students are coming to Canada to study than to the United Kingdom (UK). Tighter immigration rules in the UK could be named as one of the main reasons why the country has now been overtaken by Canada in the competition for these students.

Today, Canada and the United Kingdom announced the signing of a new Canada-United Kingdom (UK) Youth Mobility Arrangement.

The latest data released by Gallup shows Canada is the preferred destination for millions of potential newcomers.

Canada ranks 8th globally in the January 2026 Henley Passport Index, with visa-free or simplified access to 181 destinations.

A recent study by Jobseeker has named Canada as the number one destination for individuals seeking work abroad. Canada was the most popular choice among job seekers from various countries, including Costa Rica, Germany, India, Japan, and Mexico, with Australia, Switzerland, and the United States following closely behind.

Canada has been rated the fourth-best education system in the world by the 2025 World Population Review, placing it right after the United States in first place, the United Kingdom in second and Germany in third.

According to ApplyBoard’s Spring 2025 survey of nearly 850 students worldwide, 94% expressed interest in studying in Canada—the highest among all countries. Canada topped the rankings by weighted average, beating out the U.S., UK, and Australia.

Canada's federal court has ruled that visa officers do not need to consider an applicant's criminal rehabilitation unless it is specifically requested by the applicant.

This funding will go towards the Digital Literacy Exchange Program.

For international students who want to turn their studies into permanent status, Canada continues to stand out, especially for those completing a master’s degree.

Depending on your nation’s policies you may be eligible to keep your current citizenship status, and become a Canadian citizen.

Canada allows dual citizenship, meaning you can hold Canadian citizenship without giving up your original one, but this depends on the laws of both countries.

A Canadian passport allows visa-free travel access to 183 countries, making it one of the foremost in the world. This year the distinction of most recognised passport went to:

In order to become Canadian citizens, permanent residents must attend a citizenship ceremony and take the Oath of Citizenship.

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Canada is facing a healthcare worker shortage, leading to longer wait times and staff burnout. To address this, Canada has made it easier for internationally educated nurses (IENs) to get accredited. IENs must be licensed by a provincial nursing college, which varies by province.

Council of Canadian Innovators wants Canada to introduce a High Potential Tech Visa, to give in-demand professionals a pathway to permanent residency without a job offer in hand.

More international workers are being hired by technology companies in the Toronto region thanks to a fast-track work visa program introduced by Canada’s government last year, a new study reports. Of the 53 high-growth tech companies who responded to the MaRS Discovery District survey, 45% reported hiring international candidates in 2017 and 53 percent experienced a jump in international applications in 2017 over 2016.

North America immigration policies are constantly changing. Canada and the United States used to select migrants from the British and European countries. Now both Canadian and U.S. immigration policies have changed significantly. Immigration issues are currently more highlighted in both countries these days. Canada is in election mode, with many new Canadians expected to vote for the first time.

There are several reasons why Canada remains a top destination for international students—including the standard of education, lower costs, obtaining work, and immigration opportunities post-graduation.