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Canada Closes Student Spouse Work Loophole | Edmonton News
Canada just slammed the door on a major loophole that let international students bring spouses on work permits — exposing a booming scam where fake marriages were being sold to fund expensive education. Originating in India, the scheme was openly advertised on dating apps and in newspapers, with families even selling land to pay for their kids’ studies. In 2024, the government shut down the program for most undergrads, leaving only master’s students in 16-month+ programs eligible. The move caused a sharp drop in Indian applications, with many students now flocking to countries like Germany…
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