International student enrolment dips under Canada cap
International student enrolment at Canadian universities fell below the federal cap on visas this year, prompting Universities Canada to warn of a heavy impact on university budgets. The cap, announced in January, limits visa processing and aims to curb rapid growth amid housing and health care pressures.
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Court to hear case on return to office mandate
The Federal Court will review the federal government's plan requiring public servants to work in office three days a week starting September 9. The Public Service Alliance of Canada filed for judicial review, calling for transparency on telework policies, while the Treasury Board notes the judge did not rule on the union’s claims and both sides will present arguments later.
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Back-to-School Costs Rise Pressuring Canadian Parents
Calgary mother April Hicke describes how a typical $100 school wardrobe budget now needs $200 as prices climb for sweatpants and coats. Canadians plan to shop early, hunt deals, and use thrift and resale sites amid persistent inflation and higher costs for staples like food.
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U S steps to halt Canada digital services tax
The United States escalates efforts to stop Canada's three percent tax on foreign digital services firms. USTR Katherine Tai announced dispute settlement consultations under the CUSMA deal, calling the levy discriminatory against U S companies. Canada defends the tax in talks with Mary Ng and Chrystia Freeland.
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Katherine Tai
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Washington, D.C
Chrystia Freeland
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