Minister Fraser provides update on 700 international students facing deportation from Canada

Recent press reports reveal that these students, primarily from India, face deportation after it was discovered that their Letters of Admission (LOAs) were forged by an immigration consultant.

LOAs are crucial documents issued by Canadian Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) that allow international students to apply for study permits. Unfortunately, these students were unaware of the consultant’s fraudulent activities.

To address this issue, a task force has been formed involving IRCC and CBSA teams to identify victims of fraud and ensure their well-being is prioritized.

IRCC and CBSA are examining each case individually to determine whether students were complicit in the fraud. Those who unknowingly fell victim to the scheme will not face deportation.

Genuine students who came to Canada with honest intentions to study, without knowledge of the fraudulent documentation, will be issued Temporary Resident Permits to remain in Canada.

Additionally, the government is exploring pathways for these students to apply for permanent residency through a specific process that will consider their unique circumstances.

IRCC is collaborating with DLIs, provinces, territories, and educational organizations to strengthen fraud detection measures and maintain the integrity of Canada’s immigration programs.

The focus is on holding responsible individuals accountable rather than penalizing the affected students.

Minister Fraser urges all applicants to research, obtain genuine acceptance letters from DLIs, and refer to official websites for accurate information. If you suspect fraud, report it immediately.