Alex Usher

Alex Usher, President of Higher Education Strategy Associates, discusses the dire situation facing Canadian colleges and universities. He highlights the drastic drop in international student enrollment due to tightened immigration policy, jeopardizing financial stability. Usher explains how reliance on these fees has led to cuts in programs, particularly in rural areas. He critiques government involvement in education funding, emphasizing the disconnect from community challenges and the escalating housing crisis impacting students' living conditions.