Research and Data Branch
Research and Knowledge Mobilization Division
International students in Atlantic Canada – A look at their academic and socioeconomic experiences
Summary:
We surveyed 3,584 international students about their academic, social, cultural and employment experiences in Atlantic Canada. This allowed us to learn more about their journey, and answered important questions like the following:
- Are they satisfied with the education they received?
- How would they describe their interactions with faculty, staff and other students?
- Are they satisfied with campus services, such as mental health support?
The portrait that emerges contributes to a better understanding of their motivations and decision to stay or leave, and helps to:
- develop institutional strategies and regional policies to attract and retain international students
- provide insights on future talent pools in the Atlantic region and across Canada
Speaker:
Dr. Ather H. Akbari
Professor of Economics, Saint Mary’s University
Dr. Ather H. Akbari’s research interest lies primarily in labour economics with a focus on the economics of immigration, discrimination and education. He wrote his dissertation on some of the economic impacts of the immigrant population in Canada and conducted several research projects for national and provincial governments. Dr. Akbari has an extensive publication record, with some of his research published in popular media like The Economist, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Globe and Mail.
Place: Virtual (MS Teams Platform)
Date: June 19, 2024
Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Research Matters events organized by the Research and Data Branch allow experts and researchers from different backgrounds to discuss their latest research and share knowledge relevant to IRCC's programs and policies. These presentations are intended for IRCC employees and individuals who wish to deepen their understanding of key emerging immigration challenges and trends.
The views expressed and the documents used in the Research Matter Events presentations are solely those of the invited authors and do not reflect those of IRCC or the Government of Canada.
