Students Demand Fair Work Permits | Calgary News

Students who completed programs at the Canadian Institute of Osteopathic Therapy are protesting in Calgary, demanding fair access to post-graduation work permits — not permanent residency — after facing inconsistent and baffling rejections despite identical qualifications. Lawyers say decisions vary wildly for graduates from the same program, with no official rule changes to justify the chaos. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith have offered procedural assurances and warnings about private schools, but protesters feel ignored — they’ve paid their dues by studying here and now deserve the work experience promised. Facing eviction from private property, they vow to keep fighting on public land, frustrated that the debate has veered off course while they struggle to stay legally in Canada. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d15d4febc49666a1