International students play an essential role in Canada’s future

Students are just as concerned about housing as anyone in Canada, and capping temporary residents like international students will not solve the issue and may hinder efforts to solve it.

As a country, we need to focus on positive employment outcomes for students that better align with national needs, such as construction and home building. International student graduates can and will play a role in easing the long-term housing market pressure, writes Meti Basiri. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY METI BASIRI

August 30, 2023

Canada needs to be wary of seeking a cap on international students looking to further their education here. Our future innovation and economic growth means attracting outstanding talent year after year, and implementing a cap would put that future into question.

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