Centennial College has signaled a major shift by halting nearly a third of its programs, which has sparked panic among students. This move stems from Ottawa's recent measures targeting international students, who have previously financed many college budgets through higher tuition. The cuts pose challenges for graduating students and may hinder others' educational paths, raising concerns about future workforce shortages. Experts highlight that while program evolution within colleges is normal, the scale of current cuts is unprecedented, prompting fears of diminished educational offerings and capacity within various sectors.
Since Eke's in the final term of her studies, she's more worried about how those cuts will affect other students, since not everyone takes a straightforward path in college.
There has always been an evolution and an ebb and flow. This is at a completely different scale, says Pari Johnston, president of Colleges and Institutes Canada.
Experts worry that cuts to programs at colleges across Canada could cause workforce shortages in some key sectors.
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