CANADA
About Canada
Canada, the land of three oceans, is the second-largest country in the world. Over 70% of the world’s maple syrup is produced in Canada.
Location
Canada is located in the northern part of North America.
Why is the Canada an ideal study abroad destination ?
- High quality education
- Advanced syllabus
- State-of-art technology
- Globally recognised degree
- Home to top universities of the world
- Elective courses to meet student’s interest
- High student visa ratio
- Well established Indian communities & cultural associations
- Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Post-Graduation Work Permits
- Ranks top 15 in Global Peace Index among 163 countries
- Free medical help
- Spectacular beauty
- Arts, sports, and many more relaxation activities
Top 10 universities
University of Regina
York University
University of Canada West
Brock University
University of Windsor
Laurentian University
Lakehead university
Ontario Tech University
University of Guelph
McGill University
Canada Tuition fees
Courses | Minimum annual | Maximum annual |
| Bachelor | $ 19,000 | $ 27,000 |
| Master | $ 22,000 | $ 34,000 |
| Diploma | $ 13,000 | $ 19,000 |
| Ph.D | $ 9,000 | $ 20,000 |
| Intakes | September, January, May | |
Supportive Student Services
- Canadian Federation of Students (CFS): Advocates for affordable education and fair treatment of international students. Provides health and dental plans, and other student discounts. Helps students with legal and academic challenges.
- Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE): Offers resources, advocacy, and support for international students in Canada.
- International Student Associations at Universities: Help students adapt to Canadian life. Offer orientation programs, social events, and peer support.
- India Canada Association (ICA): Helps Indian students with cultural and networking opportunities.
- International Experience Canada (IEC): Offers resources to include international students, to work, study, or travel in Canada.
- National Association of Career Colleges (NACC): Job placement help & Professional networking opportunities.
- ISX Canada: Organizes affordable tours and events for international students to explore Canada.
- Immigrant Services Organizations: They provide settlement services such as housing, language support, career workshops and job placement help.
Monthly cost of living
Housing
CAD 600 - CAD 1,500
Transportation
CAD 80 - CAD 150
Groceries
CAD 50 - CAD 400
Health Insurance
CAD 50 - CAD 100
Internet and Phone
CAD 30 - CAD 60
Utilities
CAD 100 - CAD 150
Miscellaneous
CAD 100 - CAD 300
Estimated Total Cost
CAD 1200 - 2,500
Community
~18.3%
~13.9%
~13.6%
~12.6%
INDIA
~4.8%
Other
~31.8%
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Major local banks in Canada
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD)
Bank of Montreal (BMO)
Scotiabank
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC)
HSBC Bank Canada
Top Courses in Canada
Business Administration
Computer Science
Engineering
Education
Architecture
Health Science
Hospitality & Tourism
Interior Design and Art
Province
ONTARIO
QUEBEC
MANITOBA
SASKATCHEWAN
ALBERTA
BRITISH COLUMBIA
YUKON
NOVA SCOTIA
NEW BRUNSWICK
Student Visa
Top Universities in Canada
FAQ'S
YES, minimum wages in different provinces varies on some factors. Provinces like Ontario, British Columbia, Yukon and Alberta offer a minimum wage of 15 CAD approx. While, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia etc. wage ranges between 11.5 to 13 CAD.
Permanent residence of Canada could be attained through different entries still PR in some provinces is easier than other. Province like Saskatchewan, Alberta provides PR early compared to highly populated provinces like Ontario.
Canada is one of the countries which have snowy winters. But with all the accessories even temperature like -40 are manageable and Canada is well equipped in terms of heating indoor facilities.
In the most recent update Canada has provided PR road map for the year 2022,2023& 2024 and on an average Canada is aiming to provide 1.32 million immigrants PR through different entries.
Every student is given an allowance to work 20 hours while being on a study permit. However, students can work for 40 hours during their vacations.
Fees of colleges & universities varies according to the level of program. For example, the fees for undergraduate programs ranges between 12,000 CAD – 30,000 CAD.
YES, students are allowed to visit places in a different province during their vacations or long breaks.
On an average an international student needs to spend 800 CAD – 1200 CAD in a month including rent, bills, & groceries.
Designated learning institutions (DLI) are educational bodies approved by the Canadian government to host international students from across the world. You can get a study permit to Canada only if you are accepted by a DLI college/university.