The British Council has launched a new certification badge for agents. It’s a positive move, but what are the risks? Source

Canada’s intled sector is reacting to another set of ‘erratic’ policy changes limiting international students, temporary workers and spouses. Source

Could new immigration policies in Canada and Australia actually help to improve the opportunities they offer international students? Source

Immigration Minister Marc Miller said in an interview with Global News that  a ‘growing number’ of international students are claiming asylum in order to stay in Canada. Source

The only thing vice chancellors hate more than caps on overseas students is ministerial direction 107. Jason Clare has now handed them a tough ultimatum. Source

European destinations supply the most English-taught programs outside the ‘Big Four’, though provision is “polarised”, report shows. Source

Opening statement from Dr Matthew Brown, Deputy Chief Executive, The Group of EightThe Group of Eight unconditionally rejects all forms of hate and prejudice which are absolutely unacceptable and puts our social cohesion as a nation at risk.We are deeply concerned about the increase in anti Source

The announcement of further IRCC restrictions on international students has plunged the sector into uncertainty once again, with stakeholders concerned about Canada’s ability to attract global talent. Source

The Senate will vote today on a motion by Senator Sarah Henderson proposing another public hearing into the Education Services for Overseas Students Source