Navigating Canada-India Tensions: Reassuring Indian Students and Uncertain Futures

Canadian universities are working to reassure Indian students and limit the impact of the diplomatic crisis between Canada and India on the booming international education business. The tensions arose after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggested Indian involvement in the murder of a Sikh separatist leader. India denies the allegation. India is the largest source of international students in Canada, contributing over $14.6 billion to the Canadian economy annually. Universities are offering courses and colleges are providing cheaper options to connect with students and ensure the crisis does not harm Canada's education exports.