Indian Students Rethink Studying in Canada Amid Safety Fears and Strained Ties

Prospective Indian students reconsidering Canada for higher education due to safety concerns and potential hate crimes.
Experts advise caution and highlight alternative opportunities in India and abroad like the US, UK, Australia, France, Germany.
Students with Canadian offers seeking advice on deferments and exploring other options amid challenging India-Canada relations.
Fears of a shift away from Canada echo past trends seen with the US and Australia following racial attacks on Indians.
Counselors fielding calls from worried parents of students already in Canada concerned about discrimination and backlash.

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Posted 9/23/2023, 8:35:00 AM