Canada has witnessed a significant surge in refugee claims from foreign students, with over 36,000 individuals seeking asylum since 2018, according to government records. Blacklock's Reporter says this trend has raised concerns about the country's education system and the recruitment practices of certain institutions.Immigration Minister Marc Miller criticized the situation, stating, "That isn't the sign of a healthy system. I don't reproach people for wanting to exercise their rights in claiming asylum, but it can't be the result of a poor education system." He specifically singled out Conestoga and Seneca Colleges, which have among the highest number of foreign students and asylum claims.Miller emphasized that this spike is "totally unacceptable" and "alarming." In response, the government has announced plans to cut the number of foreign study permits by an average of 35%, with Ontario facing a 50% reduction.The data reveals that five universities and colleges have the highest number of refugee claims, including Seneca College, Niagara College Canada, Conestoga College, Cape Breton University, and Centennial College. Miller expressed his desire to reform the postsecondary education system, prioritizing quality over quantity, and hinted that some institutions may face closure.The situation has sparked a debate about the balance between providing education opportunities and ensuring the integrity of Canada's immigration system. As Minister Miller noted, "I think this is an opportunity to do things the right way and to really make postsecondary education something that is a quality proposition and not a quantity one, which is what it is today.".This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
Canada has witnessed a significant surge in refugee claims from foreign students, with over 36,000 individuals seeking asylum since 2018, according to government records. Blacklock's Reporter says this trend has raised concerns about the country's education system and the recruitment practices of certain institutions.Immigration Minister Marc Miller criticized the situation, stating, "That isn't the sign of a healthy system. I don't reproach people for wanting to exercise their rights in claiming asylum, but it can't be the result of a poor education system." He specifically singled out Conestoga and Seneca Colleges, which have among the highest number of foreign students and asylum claims.Miller emphasized that this spike is "totally unacceptable" and "alarming." In response, the government has announced plans to cut the number of foreign study permits by an average of 35%, with Ontario facing a 50% reduction.The data reveals that five universities and colleges have the highest number of refugee claims, including Seneca College, Niagara College Canada, Conestoga College, Cape Breton University, and Centennial College. Miller expressed his desire to reform the postsecondary education system, prioritizing quality over quantity, and hinted that some institutions may face closure.The situation has sparked a debate about the balance between providing education opportunities and ensuring the integrity of Canada's immigration system. As Minister Miller noted, "I think this is an opportunity to do things the right way and to really make postsecondary education something that is a quality proposition and not a quantity one, which is what it is today.".This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.