The Impact of International Students on Canada's Housing Crisis

💼Canada experienced the fastest population growth in the G7 last year, largely due to immigration, particularly international students.

📚There are nearly 900,000 international students in Canada, providing over $22.3 billion in economic contribution.

🏘️The influx of international students has worsened the housing crisis, with a shortage of affordable housing for both students and locals.

🛠️The government is considering capping international student visas and implementing a two-tier system for visa processing to address the housing crisis.

💡Some institutions are acting responsibly, but a few are causing most of the problems. A regional approach and trusted institution system may be implemented.

How much do international students contribute to Canada's economy?

—International students contribute over $22.3 billion per year to Canada's economy.

What is the impact of international students on the housing crisis?

—The influx of international students has exacerbated the housing crisis, with a shortage of affordable housing for both students and locals.

What is the government doing to address the housing crisis caused by international students?

—The government is considering capping international student visas and implementing a two-tier system for visa processing.

Are all institutions responsible for the housing crisis?

—No, some institutions are acting responsibly, but a few are causing most of the problems.

How will the government address the housing crisis on a regional level?

—The government may implement a regional approach, including trusted institution systems.

00:00Canada experienced the fastest population growth in the G7 last year, largely due to immigration, particularly international students.

02:20The influx of international students has worsened the housing crisis, with a shortage of affordable housing for both students and locals.

05:58The government is considering capping international student visas and implementing a two-tier system for visa processing to address the housing crisis.

08:28Some institutions are acting responsibly, but a few are causing most of the problems. A regional approach and trusted institution system may be implemented.

10:22The government aims to have a solution in place before the start of the next school year.