International students are people from other countries studying at Canadian educational institutions under federal immigration permits. While immigration is federal jurisdiction, the arrival of international students significantly impacts municipal services. Cities with large student populations must provide housing, transit, healthcare access, and emergency services for these temporary residents. International students contribute to local economies through spending and part-time work, and many eventually become permanent residents. Municipalities work with post-secondary institutions and federal immigration authorities to plan for student population growth and ensure adequate services are available.