Canada’s reliance on international students is under pressure as enrolment drops and policy shifts create challenges. @lisabrunner.bsky.social explains the impact on students, universities like CapU, and the future of Canada’s education-migration system. 🔗 www.capilanocourier.com/2026/01/01/w...

@lisabrunner.bsky.social, CMS Research Associate, will be joining a live panel on Canada’s immigration system hosted by The Vancouver Sun on January 20, 5:00–6:00 PM PST. Join the conversation! 🔗 www.linkedin.com/events/74140...

🚨 #CFP: Researchers are invited to submit manuscripts to the Canadian Public Policy / Analyse de Politiques for a special issue: Foreign Qualification Recognition at Twenty: Legislative Evolution, Regulatory Change, and Pathways Forward. 🗓️ Apply by: July 15, 2026 🔗 www.cpp-adp.ca/english-menu 1/2 🧵

@lisabrunner.bsky.social, CMS Research Associate, comments on why provincial decisions regarding the international student Provincial Attestation Letter allocation process are of increasing importance.

🌏 Every migration journey is unique. This #InternationalMigrantsDay, we asked our researchers: What’s your migration story? From the Middle East to Nepal to the Dominican Republic, here’s a glimpse into their stories and how these experiences shaped their research and work. 1/2 🧵

🌉 The second issue of Bridges Magazine is out now! In this edition, we learn about collaborations improving healthcare and housing services, exploring new approaches to citizenship and belonging, and how mentorship across sectors fuels student innovation. 1/3

𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘨𝘦𝘴 features Narratives of Citizenship, led by CMS-Co Director Prof. Antje Ellermann. A photo-storytelling project by @lisabrunner.bsky.social, Claudia Serrano and team brought together 20 newcomers to explore migration, citizenship, belonging and Truth and Reconciliation. 🔗 shorturl.at/d9a1S

📣 New data brief available! #CCIL

Irene Bloemraad Via CityNews Toronto on the misconceptions regarding the Temporary Foreign Worker program ➡️ toronto.citynews.ca/2025/12/01/n... 4/5

CMS and AMSSA hosted the 3rd CMS–Sector Research Collaborations Day on Nov 12, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and community partners to exchange ideas and strengthen collaboration. Grateful to all who joined! ✨ Read more: migration.ubc.ca/news/2025-cm...

🆕 Research Brief | Prof. Benjamin Bryce shows how fisheries policies in B.C. in the early 20th century became tools for racial exclusion of Japanese Canadian fishermen under the banner of protection, and what their experiences can teach us today. 🔗 Read the brief: migration.ubc.ca/publications...

🎨 CMS invites artists to submit for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱–𝟮𝟲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! Explore how migrants navigate physical, social, political, and identity borders, revealing journeys of exclusion, hope, pain, and resilience. Prizes: 🥇$1,250 🥈$250 Learn more: migration.ubc.ca/news/interna...

Prof. Irene Bloemraad, Professor of Political Science and Sociology and CMS Co-Director, explains misconceptions about the Temporary Foreign Workers Program (TFWP) and urges for fairer, long-term migration pathways for migrants in Canada. 🔗 toronto.citynews.ca/2025/12/01/n...

Dr. @lisabrunner.bsky.social, CMS Research Associate, comments on how past government policies encouraged international students to come to Canada to settle permanently, and how recent policy changes have disrupted their expectations and pathways to permanent residency.

📣 Happening tomorrow: an important discussion on #ClimateMigration and the right to a healthy environment. Join us at 11:00 AM at the Liu Institute for Global Issues, UBC Vancouver.

In the U.S., it’s common police departments don’t want to engage with immigration enforcement because it destroys trust with immigrant communities, notes Irene Bloemraad, a UBC sociology professor. Leah Hennig reports. #uspoli #canpoli

Explore careers in migration! 🔍💼 Hear from Lily Grewal, Director of Immigrant Integration (Government of BC), on her path, challenges, and insights beyond academia. Join us on Dec 1, 12–2 PM in IKBLC, Peña Room (301). Register: migration.ubc.ca/events/event...

Should police be doing immigration enforcement? @migration.ubc.ca prof Dr. Irene Bloemraad discusses via @thetyee.ca

🚨 UBC Migration doctoral students: this is your last chance to apply! Don’t miss the opportunity to present your research at the International Doctoral Symposium 2026 on March 9–13, 2026, in Hong Kong. 🔗 Submit your abstract: migration.ubc.ca/news/call-fo...

As part of the Graduate Certificate in Migration Studies, Róisín Cahill and Carlos M-Castro contributed to a Global Reporting Program investigation into the dangers and deportations facing Haitian migrants in the Dominican Republic. 🔗 Via @pbsnews.org : www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...

Birthright citizenship is being debated widely across governments, with several countries shifting toward descent-based systems that limit who can access citizenship. 1/4

Today’s Research Dialogue Series featured Bridging Divides researcher Daniel Hiebert alongside colleagues Ilke Adam and Ier Jonathan-Ichaver. 🤝 Thank you to all who participated! It was great to see everyone come together, share their insights, and engage in meaningful conversations. 1/2

Dr. @lisabrunner.bsky.social, CMS Research Associate, comments on how recent policy changes and rhetoric are affecting Canada’s reputation and international student recruitment. 🔗 vancouversun.com/news/bc-allo...

🆕 Research Brief | Dr. Sofia Noori’s research explores how young people use storytelling, music, and creative expression to navigate these challenges, heal from trauma, and rebuild a sense of belonging within Canadian classrooms and society. 🔗 Read the brief: migration.ubc.ca/publications...

📣 One week left to register for our next hybrid #SpeakerSeries event!

Meet the 2025–2026 students of the Graduate Certificate in Migration Studies! 🎓 From 9 UBC departments, this cohort explores migration through lenses spanning education, diaspora, displacement, mobility, culture, politics, and socio-economic issues. Learn more: migration.ubc.ca/news/meet-th...

Nov 28, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM, Liu Institute: Mojan Farshchi will examine how the right to a healthy environment, rooted in international human rights and environmental law, can help fill protection gaps for climate and environmental migrants. 🔗 Register: migration.ubc.ca/events/event...

📣 Calling researchers, open call for paper submissions! Bridging Divides is hosting a Gulf Canada Connections workshop to explore emerging connections between Canada and the GCC states, from May 7-8, 2026 at @torontomet.bsky.social. Submit by: Nov. 15, 2025. 🔗 www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...

🚨 Happening today! #ResearchDay2025

@migration.ubc.ca researcher Dr. Caitlyn Yates comments on the steep decline in migration through the Darién Gap via @usatoday.com

Zohran Mamdani’s win shows how multilingualism bridges divides in diverse democracies

CMS affiliate Dr. Kashif Raza, Postdoctoral Research Fellow in @edstubc.bsky.social, discusses Zohran Mamdani’s multilingual campaign and how language can foster connection and belonging in diverse democracies. 🔗 Read more: theconversation.com/zohran-mamda...

"There is a sentiment out there that other countries might be a more desirable place to study." Dr. Lisa Brunner (@migration.ubc.ca) discusses the decline in international student applications to B.C. postsec schools via @vancouversun.bsky.social

📣 Calling researchers, open call for paper submissions! Bridging Divides is hosting a Gulf Canada Connections workshop to explore emerging connections between Canada and the GCC states, from May 7-8, 2026 at @torontomet.bsky.social. Submit by: Nov. 15, 2025. 🔗 www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...

💼 #Hiring: Partnership Engagement Specialist! Passionate about building partnerships? Experienced in project coordination and business development? Work with researchers, donors & prospects to drive impact. Apply by Nov. 11: www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div... #Opportunity #Jobs #Toronto

🚀 Passionate about shaping inclusive research that reflects diverse voices? Experienced in strategic planning through an EDI lens? We are seeking an EDI specialist to provide guidance, research and analysis while managing key relationships. Deadline: Nov. 11, 2025 ➡️ www.torontomu.ca/bridging-div...

Canada’s 2026–2028 #ImmigrationPlan: Dr. @lisabrunner.bsky.social warns that the plan relies on the controversial proposed Bill C-12 to encourage ‘self-deportation’ of temporary residents and flags missing data on undocumented residents. 🔗 timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-o...

[Hybrid] How does U.S. immigration law create racial hierarchies through temporary visas? Find out during our second #SpeakerSeries event with Dr. Ming Chen on Nov 24, 11:45 AM–1:45 PM PT, IKBLC Dodson Room 302. 🔗 Register: migration.ubc.ca/events/event...

📚 New Book | 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴: 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘏𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘔𝘪𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 Co-created by Antje Ellermann, Frederik Byrn Køhlert, Sarah Leavitt, and Mireille Paquet, this graphic anthology brings research and visual storytelling together to explore themes of displacement, identity, and belonging. 🔗 shorturl.at/bOC5w

Join us on Nov 12, 9 AM at Creekside Community Centre (Vancouver) to examine how #data connects research and practice through insights on community programs, migrant work experiences, and youth mental health trends. 🔗 Register: migration.ubc.ca/events/event... @bridgdivides.bsky.social

🔎 Affiliate in Focus: We spoke with Dr. María Cervantes-Macías, CMS Postdoctoral Research Fellow, about her academic background, her role, and key insights from the @bridgdivides.bsky.social project, "Managing Occupational Balance in Platform and Remote Work". 🔗 migration.ubc.ca/news/affilia...

From shifting family roles to cultural differences, newcomer students face unique challenges. UBC psychologist Dr. Anusha Kassan shares how schools can create spaces where all students thrive. news.ubc.ca/2025/10/how-...

📚 New from CMS affiliate Prof. Terri Givens: 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘬𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨: 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘙𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘺 shows how radical empathy can inspire action, hope, and lasting change in the fight against structural racism. 🔗 www.terrigivens.com/reckoning/

How does data shape the lives—and safety—of undocumented migrants? Join us Nov 12, 9 AM at Creekside Community Centre (Vancouver) for a conversation bridging research, advocacy & health care to support undocumented people in BC and beyond. 🔗 Register: migration.ubc.ca/events/event...

CMS affiliate and @bridgdivides.bsky.social researcher, Dr. Anusha Kassan, shares insights on how classmates and educators can create inclusive spaces where newcomer students thrive — fostering belonging, equity, and wellbeing. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2025/10/how-...

Ying Zhu for @ubcokanagan.bsky.social News on offering free AI workshops for immigrants ➡️ news.ok.ubc.ca/2025/10/09/u... ✨ Stay tuned every week for insights and expert commentary! 4/4

On October 9, CMS Postdoctoral Research Fellow, @lisabrunner.bsky.social, testified before the House of Commons on Canada’s international student program, urging renewed public investment and transparency in Canada’s international education and immigration systems. 🔗 thepienews.com/canadas-edug...

🆕 Research Brief | Prof. Gaoheng Zhang’s research examines how food mobilities between China and Italy have shaped identities, challenged stereotypes, and highlighted both the tensions and possibilities of cross-cultural understanding in today’s globalized world. 🔗 Read the brief: shorturl.at/9x33i

Congratulations to Dr. Gaoheng Zhang for publishing two new monographs this October, each exploring cultural exchanges between Italy and China—from food to fashion. We invite you to attend his upcoming book talks. fhis.ubc.ca/news/gaoheng...

@migration.ubc.ca ICYMI - Canadian international student policy at a crossroads multiculturalmeanderings.com/2025/10/15/i... via @Andrew_Griffith Good list of some of the issues and some easier to address than others