Tag: international students

B.C. study permit approvals far below targets after federal cap, auditor general finds

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Canada’s auditor general says federal changes to the international student program led to far steeper-than-expected drops in study permit approvals, including in British Columbia.

Domestic enrolment up at Selkirk College, but international numbers fall

Selkirk College My Nelson Now Staff -
Selkirk College has reported encouraging growth in domestic student enrolment, though it does not offset the impact of declining international student numbers.

‘It’s going to be a disaster’: Selkirk international students on 20-hour work week cap

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West Kootenay international students are opposing the federal government's plan to re-implement the 20-hour work week limit for international...

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BC Greens’ Nicole Charlwood hopes third time is the charm in Kootenay Central

2026 BC Election
The BC Green candidate for Kootenay Central says she is running again in the riding because she has the trust of the electorate and party staff, and is a "known quantity" in the riding.

B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 

First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.

Nelson wastewater pipe replacement pushed later into 2027

Nelson Police Department
Nelson's wastewater force main replacement project is facing a longer timeline as the city works through challenging rock conditions along the planned route near Grohman Narrows.

B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 
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