Canada-India relations
Canada Rejects 74% of Indian Study Permit Applications: Immigration Policy Shift and Declining Enrollment
Nov 03, 2025 09:15 pm CST
Canada's tightened immigration policies have led to a 74% rejection rate for Indian study permit applicants, compared to just 32% in 2023. Applications from India have dropped dramatically from 20,900 to 4,515 in two years, as Canadian authorities implement stricter verification processes to combat fraud while universities report significant declines in Indian student enrollment.
Canada Strengthens Ties with India Amid Growing US Trade Tensions: PM Carney's Strategic Pivot
Nov 03, 2025 02:36 am CST
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasizes diplomatic progress with India as part of a broader strategy to diversify international partnerships amid escalating trade tensions with the United States. Following US President Trump's termination of trade negotiations with Canada, Carney highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen relations across the Asia-Pacific region, including renewed diplomatic initiatives with India that aim to rebuild ties affected by previous tensions.