Statement on the opening of three new visa application centres in Brazil

Statement:

Ottawa, August 9, 2011 – Paul Davidson, president of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, issued a statement today following the announcement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper on the opening of three new visa application centres in Brazil:

“AUCC welcomes this announcement. This concrete step will lead to more Brazilians choosing Canada as their preferred place to conduct research and study, as was demonstrated when similar visa application centres were opened in China and India. Improving visa processing times is a vital component of an effective international education marketing strategy, and today’s announcement will enhance Canada’s competitiveness.”

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Mélanie Béchard
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