Student Direct Stream

Exploring the Student Direct Stream for studying in Canada There are many study permit pathways available for international students coming to Canada, including the fast-tracked Student Direct Stream.

Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a fast-tracked program designed to accelerate the study permit process for qualified international post-secondary students.

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What is the Student Direct Stream? Canada has made it even easier for internationals students from certain countries to enter, study, and potentially immigrate to Canada.

Canada’s Student Direct Stream (SDS) is a program designed to expedite applications for a study permit for international students from 14 countries. Immigration Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will aim to process applications of individuals applying through this program within 20 days. The eligible countries are:

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Canada commits to attracting and retaining more international students The government has issued its response to the CIMM committee report on specific problems facing international students.

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released their response to the Canadian House of Commons Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration (CIMM); on needed measures to attract, aid, and protect international students coming to, and already in Canada.

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How to get a Canadian study permit Canada is one of the world's most attractive destinations for international students. Here's how to get a study permit.

Last year, Canada welcomed 450,000 new international students, an all-time record.

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Study in Canada: IRCC expands Student Direct Stream (SDS) to 7 new countries Brazil, Colombia, and Peru are among 7 new countries that are now included in Canada's fast-track program for international students.

Canada has expanded its fast-track program for international students to seven new countries.

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