Today, demonstrators will gather outside a private college in Montreal to protest its closure following the Quebec government’s decision not to renew its permit.
The Collège supérieur de Montréal is one of four private colleges in the province that recently had their permits suspended, causing distress for students who were close to completing their degrees.
The sudden closures have left many international students uncertain about their immigration status and ability to graduate. Without a valid permit, their future is now uncertain.
While the Quebec education ministry has not disclosed specific reasons for the permit non-renewal, they have been in touch with students to explore alternative options for completing their studies.
International students affected by the closures will need to reapply to maintain their immigration status, but authorities have promised to expedite this process given the circumstances.
