As major changes are coming to Canada’s international student program in 2024, the city and Sheridan College are making effort to make a positive difference in the lives of international students in Brampton.
The charter has laid out a five-point plan that includes upholding ethical recruitment standards and practices, establishing academic and wrap-around supports for learners and provision of opportunities for legal and reliable work.
Also, it commits to promoting safe and affordable housing as well as financial stability and advocates for clear pathways to citizenship for international students.
In a release, Sheridan said: “We hope that our work will inspire other jurisdictions to adopt similar community charters of their own, creating a national network of organizations that choose to hold themselves and one another accountable to provide a seamless and successful international student experience.”
The charter came some days after the Canadian government announced plans to more than double the international students proof of fund, that is, the amount of money international students are required to have in their bank accounts before coming to Canada for their studies.
The government also pledged to toughen regulations following an admission scandal that had many international students face deportation in June.
Brampton City Council will hold its final meeting of the year soon and includes a discussion item added by the Mayor on “international student housing within the City of Brampton.”
