Canadian Education Resources

If your aspirations are leading you to attend a post secondary institution in Canada, use this page to learn everything you need to know about attending a school in this country. Many resources below are for specific schools throughout Canada.

The links below will provide all the information you need to find and be successful at a Canadian school.

Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials

This “information and referral” organization has resources and links for studying or working in Canada and foreign credential assessments. It also has explains how the Canadian education system works and information for Canadians interested in studying abroad.

http://www.cicic.ca (English, French)

Citizen and Immigration Canada

This government site provides an overview of studying in Canada. If you need to know who needs to obtain a study permit, how to find applications, forms, and guides, and/or need general information regarding foreign students the government department of Citizenship and Immigration website is the place to begin your search.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp (English, French)

Simon Fraser University International

Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, British Columbia welcomes international students from all parts of the world. This site links to various pages aiding students with Canadian Immigration and employment, academics, financial assistance, tuition, housing, transportation, health insurance, and what student life is like as a student in Canada.

http://students.sfu.ca/international/ (English)

University of British Columbia International Student Handbook

The international student handbook produced by the University of British Columbia (UBC), covers a wide variety of information regarding studying in Canada including finances, residence, academic and student life, and recreation. While it is geared toward prospective UBC students, much of the information is applicable to any international student interested in studies in Canada. This handbook is available as a free PDF download.

http://www.international.ubc.ca/handbook.cfm?page=immigration (English)

University of Toronto International Student Exchange Office

The ISXO (International Student Exchange Office) at the University of Toronto provides International students with helpful information. Learn about university history, campus life, admissions and registration, the English proficiency exam, academic division exchange options, local housing options, and what you need to do to succeed as an international student in Canada.

http://www.utoronto.ca/student.exchange/incoming.html (English)

Western University International Student Services

If you are considering the Western University in Canada, international students can learn everything they need to know from this website. Find out how to improve your English, seek financial assistance, and inquire about orientation, applications, or counseling. They also have links for immigration, study permits, and temporary resident visas.

http://www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/ (English)

University of Alberta International

University of Alberta International walks you through how to applying to the university and provides insight about what you expect when arriving in Canada, and how to succeed as an international student. This site provides a breakdown the general cost of living, explains the necessity of health insurance, connects students to advisors and administration services, and much more.

http://www.international.ualberta.ca/ (English)

McGill International Student Services

McGill is a primarily English taught international university in Quebec, Canada. This site has resources regarding what to do before you arrive (immigration, registration, health insurance, financial aid) and what you need to know when you after you have arrived (orientations, housing, work opportunities, and buddy programs, local events).

http://www.mcgill.ca/internationalstudents/ (English, French)

University of Saskatchewan

“The University of Saskatchewan is committed to furthering internationalization efforts, and offers a number of international services and resources on campus.” This site provides prospective and current students with all the information they need to have a successful student life.

http://www.usask.ca/international.php (English)

University of Manitoba

To give you only the information that applies to you, this site is divided into 4 sections: Prospective International Students, Incoming and Current International Students, International Opportunities for Current Students, and information for U of M Alumni Abroad. You’ll find information about recruitment, admissions, financial aid and awards, housing, and the English Language Centre.

http://umanitoba.ca/about/international/students/index.html (English)

University of New Brunswick

UNB has over 55,000 alumni from over 100 countries which make it the largest and most diverse populations of international students in Canada. As such, they know a thing or two about mentoring successful students. This site contains everything international students need to know about relocating and being successful on and off campus, and they even offer a free pick-up from the airport when you arrive.

http://www.unb.ca/prospective/international/ (English)

University of Prince Edward Island

The UPEI website links students to the International Student Office and International Student Advisors, as well as walks you through admissions, ESL programs, local facilities, scholarship opportunities and campus life.

http://www.upei.ca/futurestudents/international (English)