The Main Parameters of Incoming Educational Migration in Canada

Abstract

. Since the late 20th century, Canadian public policy has seen a transformation in the perception of international educational services provided by Canadian higher education institutions. While these services were previously viewed solely as a source of financial resources and knowledge, they are now valued as a powerful tool for attracting highly qualified specialists known as “ideal immigrants”. These graduates are characterized not only by a high level of professional training, but also by their ability to quickly adapt to a new cultural and professional environment, making them attractive to the Canadian labour market. Furthermore, a number of characteristics of international students and the specifics of professional education in Canada contribute to an overestimation of their potential. International students typically demonstrate high motivation for learning and professional development, and possess a wide range of cultural and social competencies, enabling them to make a significant contribution to the country’s economic and social development. In the context of a deep analysis of incoming educational migration, it seems appropriate to examine a number of key parameters, including the geography and scale of migration, demographic and profile structures, the legal framework for providing education to foreigners in Canada, as well as current return migration statistics. Investigating these aspects not only provides a better understanding of international academic mobility mechanisms, but also the development of effective strategies to improve the quality and competitiveness of Canadian higher education on the global education market.