The Voice of International Students: Live Student Demand and Strategic Data and Insights for BC

In this session, IDP will present an overview of British Columbia’s position within Canada’s international education landscape, highlighting the policy and market dynamics shaping student demand. Through insights from Emerging Futures 9 (EF9), the session will explore international students’ priorities, perceptions, and decision-making factors, with a focus on trends relevant to British Columbia, including the impact of AI. This session will provide participants with insights into emerging trends, offering ideas to help reshape strategies and strengthen recruitment tactics. The presentation will conclude with practical, data-driven recommendations to support institutions and provincial partners in strengthening British Columbia’s competitiveness and attracting high-quality international students. Presenters: Livia Castellanos, Vice President External Affairs, IDP Canada Nelson Tome, Senior Partnership Director, IDP Canada Robin Garcha, Partnership Director, IDP Canada

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Developing a Win-Win Set of Criteria When Selecting Strategic Partners

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Beyond the Experience – Building Professional Skills for the Global Workforce

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Brazil’s Education Sector Today – International Education Market Updates, Trends, and Developments
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Brazil’s Education Sector Today – International Education Market Updates, Trends, and Developments

Optimizing Short Term International Programs Strategies, Partnerships, and Best Practices
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Optimizing Short Term International Programs Strategies, Partnerships, and Best Practices

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Graduation and Beyond – Alumni Engagement and Entering the Workforce

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The French Do Not Care About Work

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LIVE: Conan O’Brien speaks at Harvard graduation ceremony (full)

Conan O’Brien Mocks Trump At Harvard Commencement | Crowd Erupts During Viral Speech
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Conan O’Brien Mocks Trump At Harvard Commencement | Crowd Erupts During Viral Speech

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Which country has the best education in the world? - The Global Story podcast, BBC World Service

Mexico's Education Sector Today – International Education Market Updates, Trends and Developments
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Mexico's Education Sector Today – International Education Market Updates, Trends and Developments

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From K–12 to Post-Secondary: A Collaborative Approach to Comprehensive International Student Support

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Golden Retriever Meets Completely Broken Rescue for the First Time

Conan O’Brien Delivers the Commencement Address | Harvard Commencement 2026
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Conan O’Brien Delivers the Commencement Address | Harvard Commencement 2026

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She Killed Her Family at 16 | The Erin Caffey Interview | Piers Morgan

Bolstering Meaningful Connections to Empower International Students through Peer Mentorship
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Bolstering Meaningful Connections to Empower International Students through Peer Mentorship

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They Called Kung Fu “Dancing” Until Bruce Lee Entered the Ring Against 3 Karate Giants

Braiding Indigenous and Intercultural Perspectives in Online Learning – One Year On
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Braiding Indigenous and Intercultural Perspectives in Online Learning – One Year On

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“Listen Like You Might Be Wrong” | Harvard Student’s Viral Speech Amid Trump-Harvard Feud

AI Governance Foundations
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AI Governance Foundations