As per the earlier rule, international students were allowed to work for more than 20 hours every week while they were off campus. The rule came to an end on April 30, 2024.
Canada’s target for 2024 is 4,85,000. Since nearly 20 percent of students apply for an extension each year, which is 97,000. The authorities kept a buffer of 24,000, thus leaving a remainder of 3,64,000 which will be the number of study permits this year
Though the latest rules have made it virtually impossible for Indian students in Canada to take their spouses along, certain opportunities continue to remain available.