International students coming to Canada facing multiple hurdles, headaches Last Updated Jul 18, 2021 at 3:49 pm MDT File photo of person working at desk. (Credit: UNSPLASH/Green Chameleon) CALGARY (CityNews) ─ Earning a degree at a Canadian university is a dream come true for many international students, but the COVID-19 pandemic has turned the dream into a costly headache for some. Two international students from Pakistan wanting to study in Canada have shared with CityNews how the global pandemic has created significant problems − from securing admission and delayed paperwork to increased financial burdens. “So it’s pretty tough, it’s mentally very exhausting,” said Dr. Tamana Khatir. “Hurdles after hurdles, which has freaked us out, all international students I would say.