Canada will temporarily allow international students to work more than 20 hours a week, in a bid to address ongoing labour shortages.
Speaking at a coffee shop in Ottawa Friday morning, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser said the changes will start on Nov. 15 and be in effect until the end of 2023.We deliver the local news you need in these turbulent times on weekdays at 3 p.m.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails. Postmedia Network Inc.
“Allowing international students to work more off-campus hours will help students afford their education and increase educational experiences,” said Christian Fotang, the alliance’s chair.Article contentMikal Skuterud, an economics professor at the University of Waterloo, said it’s understandable that students would be supportive of the change, but warned it comes with trade-offs.
Shortages incentivize competition among employers, he added, which drives up wages and improves working conditions.
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