Canadian colleges and universities are seeing a surge in international student enrollment, particularly in Ontario and British Columbia. Although growing numbers of international graduates are entering the Canadian workforce, international students often have poorer labor market outcomes, earning less than their Canadian counterparts. Not only does this place international graduates in a vulnerable position, it also comes at a cost to the Canadian economy. Drawing on findings from three research projects, this session focuses on what can be done to improve these outcomes. The panel examines the challenges faced by international students, students’ use of formal and informal supports for securing meaningful work, and offers recommendations to enhance international students’ study-to-work transitions.
- Identify the key factors and funding frameworks contributing to the rise of "green student mobility."
- Assess the extent to which the emphasis on sustainability affects the accessibility and inclusivity of mobility programs for diverse student populations.
- Draw up an action plan to ensure that sustainability goals align with and enhance student outreach and inclusion.
Marshia Akbar - Toronto Metropolitan University
Jenny Francis - Department of Geography & Geology, Langara College