Manitoba bill aims to protect international students
Manitoba's government has proposed Bill 44, the International Education Act, to protect international students from dishonest recruiters and ensure high standards at the province's schools. The bill would require institutions to sign a code of conduct governing student recruitment and education quality.
Manitoba's government has introduced Bill 44, the International Education Act, to protect international students. The bill follows a CBC News investigation into International College Manitoba (ICM), a private business on the University of Manitoba campus. Students alleged they were misled about the school, living costs, and job prospects. The proposed act would require institutions to sign a code of conduct governing recruitment and education quality. Institutions that fail to comply could face penalties, including being blacklisted or having their ability to recruit international students revoked. Advanced Education and Literacy Minister Erin Selby said the legislation is about transparency and will be the first of its kind in Canada if passed. International students bring $150 million into Manitoba's economy each year and create around 1,600 jobs.
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