The number of Indian students and skilled workers in Canada has quadrupled since 2013 due to more favourable immigration policies, according to a report by the National Foundation for American Policy. The report suggests that Canada’s welcoming policies and easier access to permanent residence than the US have attracted these individuals. Despite temporary diplomatic issues between Canada and India, the trend is expected to continue due to the unlikely change in US immigration policies. Canada’s no-limit policy on high-skilled visas, quicker processing times, and the possibility of getting permanent residency after graduation are advantages over the US’s more restrictive policies. The report also highlights that international student enrollment in Canadian universities has surged by 544% from 2000 to 2021.
