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International degree graduates of Canadian colleges no longer have to meet “field of study” requirements for post-study work permits
Short on time? Here are the highlights: The Canadian government has removed the field-of-study restriction for international students graduating from degree programmes granted by collegesThis allows more international students in colleges to apply for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), and it re-establishes a key competitive advantage for Canadian collegesThe field-of-study restriction, in place for several months, had put Canadian colleges at a severe disadvantage in overseas markets Reference Link: https://monitor.icef.com/2025/03/international-degree-graduates-of-canadian-colleges-no-longer-have-to-meet-field-of-study-requirements-for-post-study-work-permits/
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ETIAS Won’t Become Mandatory for Travel to EU Until 2027
Key Takeaways: The requirement to apply for an ETIAS before travel to the EU is not expected to become mandatory until April 2027, at the earliest.ETIAS will follow in the last quarter of 2026, once the Entry/Exit System is fully operational.There will be a transitional and grace period, each six months, meaning that ETIAS will become compulsory for a majority in April 2027 and fully compulsory in October 2027. Reference Link: https://schengen.news/etias-wont-become-mandatory-for-travel-to-eu-until-2027/
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India, Ireland poised to boost trade, education ties: Irish Minister
Ireland Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless said Ireland looks forward to meeting Indian Universities and educational institutes to explore avenues for expanding post-study pathways and fostering deeper research collaborations between nations. He emphasized that Ireland recognizes the immense potential of building a robust academic and talent ecosystem that benefits both countries.Reference Link: https://www.newsonair.gov.in/india-ireland-poised-to-boost-trade-education-ties-irish-minister/#:~:text=Underscoring the growing ties between,over 9 thousand Indian students
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Canada takes action to support housing with new immigration measures
March 7, 2025—Toronto—Immigration is essential to our country’s economic success and growth. To meet the growing demand for housing, Canada needs a strong construction and skilled trades workforce, and immigrants play a vital role in fulfilling these needs.Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the government’s intent to introduce a number of new measures to support Canada’s construction industry. These measures are within the scope of the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan. Reference Link: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2025/03/canada-takes-action-to-support-housing-with-new-immigration-measures.html
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Minimum Wage in Germany Increased by 50.8% in the Last Decade
Minimal wages in Germany have increased by 3.3 per cent in 2025, reaching a total of €12.82 per hour, which is the highest recorded in the last decade.Based on data from the Federal Statistical Office, Destatis, the minimum monthly salary for employees who work 40 hours per week totals €2,222, while the annual minimum wage is €26,666, Studying-in-Germany.org reports. Reference Link: https://www.studying-in-germany.org/minimum-wage-in-germany-increased-by-50-8-in-the-last-decade/
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