A Canadian intake can involve applicants in many countries. A shared interview process can reduce the effect of scheduling differences, but the value comes from clear questions, consistent review criteria and a route for clarification.
Define what the interview measures
Start with the course's admissions needs: relevant preparation, understanding of the program and ability to explain a study choice. Avoid treating accent, camera quality or a polished presentation as proxies for academic fit. Questions should invite evidence the applicant can reasonably provide.
- What relevant learning or work will the applicant bring?
- Which part of the program interests them, and why?
- What support or clarification might they need before starting?
Use a common scoring guide
For each criterion, describe what evidence would support a high, medium or low rating. Give reviewers space to quote or summarise the relevant answer. A separate 'needs follow-up' option is more useful than forcing a score where a technical problem or unclear question affected the response.
Record the next step
The review should end with a clear admissions action: proceed, request information, or discuss the case with another reviewer. Keep that recommendation distinct from any subsequent study permit determination. IRCC publishes the current rules for that separate process.