The bar chart illustrates the percentage changes in the number of international students graduating from universities across various Canadian provinces between 2001 and 2006.
In 2001, New Brunswick had the highest proportion of international graduates, with approximately 7%, followed closely by Nova Scotia at just over 6%. Quebec and Alberta also showed strong figures, each at around 6%, while British Columbia, Manitoba, and Newfoundland & Labrador ranged from about 4% to 3%. Ontario had the lowest percentage, at 3%.
By 2006, every province experienced an increase in the percentage of international graduates, except for Alberta, which saw a decline to around 3%. New Brunswick maintained its leading position, with its percentage nearly doubling to about 12%. British Columbia saw a significant rise, reaching over 10%, while Nova Scotia also increased notably to almost 11%. Quebec’s percentage grew to nearly 9%, and Manitoba, along with Newfoundland & Labrador, increased to about 7%. Ontario’s rate doubled to 6%, although it still remained one of the lower figures. Alberta, due to its decrease, ended up with the lowest percentage of international graduates among the provinces