Canada
Canada is a developed nation in North America that reaches out from the Atlantic Ocean in the east, to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and the Arctic Ocean toward the north. Canada fringes the United States. The geology of Canada is for the most part plains with mountains in the west. The government framework is a parliamentary democracy, a constitutional monarch and a federation. The head of state is the Queen of the United Kingdom, and the head of government is the PM of Canada (Current: Justin Trudeau). Canada has a market economic system where the prices of goods and services are determined in a free price system. Technologically modern, advanced and industrialized, Canada maintains a diversified economy that is heavily reliant upon its abundant natural resources and trade. It is a member of the G8, NATO, the Commonwealth of Nations and the United Nations.
Education is a provincial duty under the Canadian constitution. There are significant differences between the education systems of the different regions. However, education is important to Canadians, and standards across the country are invariably high. Normally, Canadian children attend kindergarten for one or two years at the age of four of five on a voluntarily basis. All children begin Grade One at about six years of age. The school year normally runs from September through the following June but in some instances, January intake dates are possible. Secondary schools go up to Grades 11 or 12, depending on the province. From there, students may attend university, college or CEGEP studies (public post-secondary education collegiate institutions exclusive to the education system in the province of ‘Quebec’ in Canada)
The universities from Canada are preferred by more than 130,000 international students yearly. Offering a high-quality teaching system, Canada is also rich in possibilities and cultures. Research, scientific publications and international collaborations are three of the aspects that Canada and its universities focus on. If you are planning to pursue your further study in Canada, you have come to the right place. Our expert and professional team here at Cherub education is always ready to help you find the right intuition and guide you not just through your entire visa process, but also after you being granted student visa.
Canadian student visa or student permit can be applied either online or through a paper application, which can be obtained from the citizen and immigration Canada website(https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/apply.html). To apply online, you’ll need a credit/debit card and the ability to create electronic copies of your supporting documents.
Following is the process of obtaining Canadian student permit or student visa:
- You must first obtain a standardized letter of acceptance from a recognized higher education provider. Students studying in Quebec must also apply for a certificate of acceptance, known as a CAQ, from the government of Quebec. You must acquire this before you are permitted to apply for a study permit. You can get this online, by printing out a form, or by requesting a paper form from your university, which will also provide advice on this subject.
- The next stage is to get a Canadian student visa application package, either from the CIC website http://www.cic.gc.ca/ you may also need to obtain a temporary residence permit.
- In order to get your application package you’ll need to answer a few questions about yourself on the CIC website (http://www.cic.gc.ca/). These questions will determine whether you are eligible to apply online for a Canadian student permit, and what documents you’ll need to provide.
- If you are found eligible, you will receive a personal checklist code, valid for 60 days, which you will need in order to submit your application online. Make sure to print out the page containing your code for future reference. The page will also include an application guide, an estimated tuition fees amount, a list of documents you will need to submit with your application, and guidelines for your next steps.
- When you are ready to apply, create a MyCIC account, where you will enter your personal checklist code. You will then receive your personal document checklist which allows you to upload and send your documents to CIC.
- Once you have your documents and application form ready and have paid your fees, you can submit your completed application to CIC.
P.S: You must provide these documents along with your application:
- Medical examination letter and police report. You will not be able to get a study permit if you have a criminal record – you will be asked to provide a Police Clearance Certificate as proof.
- A valid passport which allows you to return to your country of origin after your course is complete. Two passport-sized pictures are also required, with your name and date of birth written on the back.
- Proof of funds to support yourself. At present this is deemed to be C$10,000 (~US$7,070) for every year of your stay (C$11,000/~US$7,780 if you’re applying to study in Quebec) on top of your tuition fees. You will also need to make sure you have enough money to pay for transportation to return home.
Education institutions are not officially ranked in Canada, but you will find high quality institutions across the country. When choosing your College/University in Canada, consider the type, size and location of the institution. If you are interested in a particular area of study, do vagarious research on which university/college have more to offer in that discipline. The education system in Canada environs both publicly-funded and private schools, including: community colleges/ technical institutes, career colleges, language schools, secondary schools, summer camps universities and university colleges.
Universities:
Canadian universities are internationally known for the quality of teaching and research. Degrees from Canadian universities are considered to be equivalent to those from American and other Commonwealth universities. They are largely publicly funded; as a result they are of a consistently high quality, regardless of location or area of study. As well, they all retain a high degree of academic autonomy.
Entry requirements (Undergraduate):
- Successful completion of the equivalent of a Canadian secondary school academic program with strong marks.
- Proof of strong proficiency in English. Students may be required to provide proof of language proficiency (For example TOEFL, IELTS)
Entry requirements (Graduate):
- Completion of an acceptable undergraduate degree from an accredited/recognized university.
- Strong references letter.
- Written statements.
- Standardized test such as GRE, GMAT.
- University colleges:
University Colleges combine Canadian university and college traditions, with a strong base of applied and academic programs offered in campus environments. As the name suggests, a university college offers university degrees as well as college diploma and certificate programs. Students can expect to find a wide range of program choices at university colleges, including English as a Second Language (ESL) programs.
Entry requirements:
Academic:
- Official academic transcripts translated into English or French as requested by the institution.
- Completion of the equivalent of Canadian secondary or high school.
- For post diploma students are usually required to have already successfully completed a university degree or a college diploma program.
Language:
Proof of strong proficiency in English for example, a TOEFL score of 60+ or approximately 6.0 for IELTS.
-College and technical institutions:
College and technical intuitions are popular education choices in Canada; they offer professional programs of 1 to 3 years (often including a work term) that are highly applicable in the job market. Some community colleges offer university transfer programs that allow students to take courses that are parallel to those offered for the first two years of a four year university program. Students must still apply to the university to gain admission to complete the last two years of the four year program.
Entry requirements:
Academic:
- Official academic transcripts translated into English as requested by the Canadian institution. Some institutions may require notarized official transcripts.
- Completion of the equivalent of Canadian secondary or high school.
- For post-diploma programs students are usually required to have already successfully completed a university degree or college diploma program.
- Some schools may require students to take pre-requisite courses to ensure that they have the appropriate academic background.
Language:
- Proof of strong proficiency in English for example, a TOEFL score of 60+ or approximately 6.0 for IELTS
Career colleges:
Career colleges are privately owned institutions that offer training programs that provide students with practical skills for the job market after a short period of instruction. Students seeking short-term training programs in multimedia, film studies, computer/internet studies, graphic design and hospitality may want to consider applying to a career college. A technical or career college is a privately owned and operated school with the main objective of preparing students for the job market after a short period of instruction. The emphasis at technical/career colleges is on practical skills over a broad range of programs. They may specialize in specific areas such as business, computers and secretarial skills. Although privately owned, these schools are provincially approved and regulated, ensuring that program standards and quality are maintained. Career colleges have highly competitive fee structures.
Entry requirements:
Academic:
- Official academic transcripts translated into English or French as requested by the Canadian institution. Some institutions may require notarized official transcripts.
- Completion of the equivalent of Canadian secondary or high school.
- For post-diploma programs students are usually required to have already successfully completed a university degree or college diploma program.
Language:
- Proof of strong proficiency in English. A TOEFL is required for most institutions, minimum score required ranges from 79 to 93. Some institutions accept equivalent tests such as IELTS.
Canada’s climate is characterized by its diversity, as temperature and precipitation differ depending on where you are and what time of year it is. Other than the North where it’s above freezing for only a few months a year, most Canadian cities are within 300 km of the southern border, where mild springs, hot summers and pleasantly crisp autumns are common during the majority of the year. Of the eight largest Canadian cities, Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto have the warmest summers and Winnipeg the coldest winter. The major Canadian city that falls outside the continental climate schema is Vancouver which experiences an oceanic climate with a marked summer dry season coldest winters.