Canada raises student funds as money proof tops refusals
Study permit applicants outside Quebec must now show CAD 23,448 for living costs, plus tuition and travel. A study of June 2026 decisions found 47% of refusals came down to weak financial documents.
Show steady savings with a clear source. A big deposit last month looks borrowed.
Source: The PIE News. Always confirm details on the official government website before you act.
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