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Education auu in Canada

. More than 10,000 undergraduate and graduatedegree programs at 95 public and private not-for-profituniversities and university-degree level colleges.

. Deg rees fo I low the bachelor/master/doctoratesystem and are equivalent to those in the USA andCommonwealth countries.

. Vast choice of undergraduate and post-graduateprograms, as well as professional designations,certificate and diploma courses, and shorl career-focused programs.

. Cutting edge technology and research labs.r Opporlunities for cooperative education and

internships, and international students can oftenwork while they study.

c Tuition fees range from C$8,000 to C$26,000 peryear depending on the program.

. Residence and living expenses are estimated atC$7,000 to CSl3,000 per year.

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. Over 8,000 programs at 150 public institutions offeringcredentials that are sanctioned by provincial andterritorial governments.

. Offers a variety of recognized credentials like certificates,diplomas, university transfer programs, academic andapplied degrees, and post-graduate diplomas.

. Programs with varying lengths of study from a fewmonths to four years.

r Practical programs designed with potential employersthat also offer work placements.

. Tuition fees range from C$5,500 to C$15,000 per yeardepending on the program.

. Boarding or homestay and living costs are estimated atC$7,000 to C$13,000 per year.

Whatever your choices, you are guaranteed a qualitylearning experience.

The right decisionFor my higher education I was looking for a place that would expose me to a mixof great quality education, culture & social policies and that is when I came acrossCanada. All these factors were reaffirmed when I started my Engineering studiesin a beautiful and lush green campus at Carleton University located in the "siliconValley" of the east coast. My exposure to the Canadian environment allows metoday to professionally serve my diverse customer base in India and my educationin Canada allows me to stay on top of my work.

Amit Tacker -

lndiaD rector, AV Sa es. Tacker Techno ogies Pvt. Ltd.Carleton Unrversty: Bachelor n Engineering (2002)

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o Under the responsibility of a ministry or department ofeducation in each province and territory.

. Elementary schools are grades 1 to 6.

. Secondary schools are grades 7-12 in most provinces,with the exception of Quebec where secondary schoolruns from grades 7-11

. School year runs from September to June.

. All schools must register with and meet the curriculumand graduation requirements set by the Ministry ofEducation of their province/territory.

. Canadian high school diplomas are recognized bycolleges and universities worldwide.

. Offer English as a Second Language (ESL) or Frenchas a Second Language (FSL) supporl to internationalstudents.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Offer co-educational day programs.. Home stay programs available for rnternational students.. Tuition and homestay fees range from C$10,500 to

C$23,000 depending on the institution.

PRIVATE SCHOOLS. lndependently funded.. Co-educational, or boys only, or girls only.o Smaller class sizes and lower teacher-student ratio.. Full boarding or homestay programs available for

international students.r Tuition and boarding fees range from C$25,000 to

C$45,000 depending on the institution.

Hands-on approachI received so much guidance from the moment I en-rolled to the time I arrived in Canada to my graduation. Iespecially appreciated that the classes were based on ahands-on approach where you can actually experiencethe theory and relate to what the employer or the marketmight expect of you.

There was a great upbeat atmosphere that helped meachieve my full potential.

Renata And6 de Freitas -

BrazilRed River College: Business Admin stration Diploma (2008)

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Canada is a bilingual country, a community of immigrantsand a world leader in English and French language training.o Private schools and colleges dedicated to the teaching of

English and French, often exclusively to internationalstudents and new immigrants.

. Specialized language training is also available in subjectareas like business English, academic preparation,industry-specific language training, etc.

o Tuition fees for a general 4-week course range fromCS1,000 to CS2,000.

o Homestays are also a popular option at a cost ofapproximately C$1,000 per month.

World-class language educationI studied English as a second language for eight monthsin Vancouver, Canada. All of my courses included conver-sation activities and there was a good balance betweentheory and grammar. The language school offered manyextra-curricular activities such as sports, outdoorexpeditions, city tours, etc.I also travelled in Canada after my studies. Canadais great not only for its quality of life and beautifulsurroundings but also for how welcoming Canadians are.

Giancarlo Mosciatti Egresado de Derecho - ChileCanadian College oT English Language (2009)

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. QUALIFICATIONS VALUED AROUND THE WORLD-

Canadian credentials will open doors to your futureand benefit your career.

. AFFORDABLE EDUCATION -

Cost of living andtuition fees for international students are generallylower in Canada than in other countries.

. MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY -

Canadians are knownfor being friendly, open and tolerant and our countrywelcomes students from more than 200 ethnic origins.

. HEALTHY AND SAFE COMMUNITIES -

You'tt enjoyall of the freedoms which protect Canadians: respectfor human rights, equality, and a stable and peacefulsociety.

. WORLD-CLASS LANGUAGE EDUCATION -

Teachingof French and English as first and second languages isan integral part of Canada's education.

o EXCITING CAMPUS LIFESTYLE -

From wiredlibraries and Olympic-quality sports facilities, topublic concert halls and art galleries, Canada's post-secondary campuses offer you enormous possibilitiesto combine learning and leisure.

. INNOVATIVE & ABUNDANT RESEARCHOPPORTUNITIES

- The education system in Canada

is grounded in a culture of research and developmentwith excellent research facilities.

. LAND OF POSSIBILITIES -

Canada's scenery isspectacular and varied; an experience in itself.

. POSSIBILITY OF IMMIGRATION -

Some internationalstudents with Canadian credentials and Canadian workexperience may apply for permanent residencywithout having to leave Canada. Visit www.cic.gc.calcec for more information.

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An unforgettable experienceSpending more than five years at York University was completely unforgettable.During the first year, I faced many challenges getting to know a different culture,Iifestyle, and environment. Thanks to the supportive and united spirit of Universityfriends and staff, I became a confident student and handled all uncertaintiesvery smoothly.

I was also very impressed with the university infrastructures, with the cutting edgetechnology, modern equipment, and by the easy and wide access to valuable printedand electronic resources.

Anh Nguyet Nguyen -

VietnamYork University: Current Student in the MBA ProgramBecipient of the Outstanding Winning Prize Cenifrcate for Marketing Strateqy Course

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For additional details about studying in Canada, consult these helpful online resources:GOVERNMENT RESOURCESo Official Study in Canada portal

www.educationau-incanada,calncludes a program finder, cost calculator, study permit information, and links to provincial, territorialand individual school information.

. Government of Canada Scholarshipswww.scholarships.gc.ca

o Foreign Affirs, Trade & Development Canada (DFATD)www.international. gc.caleducationhe lnternational Education and Youth Division of DFATD is responsible for Canada's foreign policy inthe areas of knowledge, learning and the promotion of Canada as a study and research destination.

. Citizenship and lmmigration Canada (ClC)www,cic.gc,caOffers information for international students considering Canada as a study destination, includingstudy permits, visa details and work permits,

. Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC)www.cmec.caProvides leadership in education at the pan-Canadian and international levels and contributes to thefulfilment of the constitutional responsibili for education conferred on provinces and territories.

. Canadian lnformation Centre for lnternational Credentials (ClClC)www.cicic.caProvides the only Canadian online and authoritative directory of universities, colleges and schoolsrecognized and authorized by Canada's provinces and territories. This site includes information onforeign credential evaluations and qualif ication recognition.

ASSOCIATIONSr Colleges and lnstitutes Canada

www.collegesinstitutes.caRepresents colleges and institutes to government, business and industry both in Canada andinternationally.

r Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)www.aucc.caRepresents 97 Canadian public and private not-for-profit universities and universi-degreelevel colleges.

o Ganadian Association of Public Schools -

lnternational (CAPS-I)www.caps-i.caRepresents 90 Canadian public school districts/boards that recruit international students at theelementary and secondary levels.

o Canadian Bureau of International Education (CBIE)www.cbie.caDedicated to the promotion of Canada's international relations through international education.

. Languages Canadawww.languagescanada.caCanadian language schools accredited under an internationally recognized quality-assurancemechanism.

. Canadian Association of lndependent Schools (CAIS)wwwcais.caRepresents 93 Canadian elementary and secondary independent schools from across Canada,some of which offer boarding to international students.

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[ram, glatefu[loreanada.and.it.q :-,.education system for the good,comfortable and fun life I had therestarting when I was 16 years old, andfor the excellent edueation l receiVedfrom high school, university andpost-graduate institutions. lt gave\me confidene in everything I do,gave me ample opportunities tobecome a free thinker and mademe a more relaxed person.

Prof. James Won-Ki Hong -

Korea'Professor

and Dean of Graduate School for lT,

University of Western Ontario:. BA in Computer Scionce(19871 .University of Walerloo j PhD in Communicationsin Distribted Sysiems ('l991)

The perfect study environmentCentered on the student and set on theoretical knowtredge and practical expertise, theeducation system in Canada constitutes an excellent environment that allows the student,not only to succeed but also to bloom, because the students gain from practical place-ments in industry and in governmental agencies.Easy to integrate and strong due to its multiculturalism, Canada offers students a rewardinglife experience which will benefit them on a professional as well as on a personal level.

Kbir Ratnani- MoroccoSenlor V ce Presrdent lnTrastructure af d Constructiof . SNC Lavalln Afrlcaun versit Lava : Ivaster in B ochemlcal Engrneer ng (1 9BO) & Bachelor in chem cal Engineering (1 927)

A Canadian scholarshipMy Emerging Leaders in ihe Americas (ELAP) scholar-ship opened the door for me to study in a world-classacademic environment.It was a unique opportunity that significantly enrichedmy own learning experience and helped me to developpolicies on how to bridge the gap between the lab,field, and society.

Damian K. FrancisJamaicaUniverstty of Ottawa -University of the West IndtesELAP Awardee (2009-20'1 0)

A land of possibilitiesMy "lnternational Studies" at the Universit de Montralgave me a wide knowledge of the relations betweencountries and cultures from a Canadian perspeciive.I chose from a wide offering in order to learn more aboutthe political, economic and social systems in Canada andin North America. Travelling from Nova Scotia in the Eastto Qubec and to the Rocky Mountains in the Westernprovinces, I discovered the amazing Canadian landscape.For the first time in my life, I went winter camping,dog-sledding and snowshoeing.

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Sarah Larsen-VefringGermanyUn vers t de Montra :Semester n lnternational Stud es(2009 20r 0)

A career springboardremember fondly the enduring richness of my undergraduate life, the inclusive, open

culture of the university, and the vast Canadian wilderness.Studying and living at the University of Alberta has instilled in me a lifelong interest in

learning, bridging cultures and serving the community. This has helped me in leading NTU,Singapore's science and technology university, to greater heights.

Dr Su Guaning -

SingaporePresldent, Narr1,3ng Technologica Un versity

A\,vardee of the Heu/-^y Br cks & Sons Go d NledalUn vers ty oT A beda: Bachelor n Electr ca Engineering li 9/l )