Canada comes FIRST if you seek a high quality of life and Education. It has been consistently ranked by the UN as one of the best countries in the world to live in.
Canada is now-a-days a very hot destination for students not just for its quality academics but also the off-campus work opportunity for international full-time students.
A Canadian degree, diploma or certificate is highly valued in business, government and academic circles around the globe. Canadian students consistently rank among the best in the world, science and math - a testament to the outstanding quality of Canadian schools.
All major urban centers have a variety of shopping malls, restaurants, theatres, art galleries and museums. Canadian cities provide numerous parks,gardens and beaches for public use, as well as excellent sports and recreation facilities. There are currently 41 national parks and national park reserves in Canada. National parks are located in every province and territory, and some have been recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Canada is also a country of diverse geography, and there is much to experience in its great outdoors: from the lush coastline of British Columbia, the majestic Rocky Mountains of Alberta, the big skies of the prairies, to the 'maple sugar country' in the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence and the rugged hills and picturesque coastline of the Atlantic Provinces.
Canada plays host to more than 175,000 international students in any given year. Increasingly Canada is becoming the country of choice for students from all parts of the world. It is not hard to see why!!
Canada is a country occupying most of northern North America. It is the world's second largest country by area and extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Artic Ocean. Canada shares land borders with the United States to the northwest and south.
A habitat of Aboriginal people, Canada was founded in 1867 as a union of British North American colonies. It gained independence from the United Kingdom in an incremental process that ended in 1982. It remains a Commonwealth Realm with Queen Elizabeth as its head of state.
Canada is a federal Constitutional monarchy with parliamentary democracy. Comprising ten provinces and three territories, Canada is a bilingual and multicultural country, with both English and French as official languages. A technologically advanced and industrialized nation, Canada maintains a diversified economy that is heavily reliant upon its abundant natural resources and upon trade - particularly with the United States, with which Canada has had a long and complex relationship.
The government in Canada was basically gone on British system and at present it operates as a federal multiparty constitutional monarchy. When it comes to the matter of provincial governments operate with their own ability to legislate on provincial matters. The head of state is the British queen with a governor general appointed as common wealth representative in Canada. Ottawa is a home to Canada's parliament, House of Commons and senate.
Here are some relevant facts that would help you choose Canada as an education destination. Canada's gross domestic product (GDP) has been growing faster than any other G7 country and its employment scenario is also strengthened. Canada ranks among the top ten manufacturing nations. Most of Canada's manufacturing industry is in Ontario and Qubec, where motor vehicle production comprises the largest sector within this industry. Other important manufacturing sectors include food and beverages, paper and allied products, primary metals, fabricated metals, petrochemicals and chemicals. The Atlantic, Prairie and Pacific regions of Canada have more natural resource-based economies. The Atlantic Provinces focus on fishing, forestry and mining, while Prairie Provinces are dependent on agriculture and mineral fuels. British Columbia's primary sectors are forestry and mining, as well as tourism.
Canadians place great importance on learning, and have developed a first-rate education system with high standards. The country spends more on education (as a percentage of GDP) compared to the OECD average, and is the second highest among G-8 countries.
Canadian teenagers consistently rank among the best in the world on international tests of reading, science and math - a testament to the outstanding quality of Canadian schools. A Canadian degree, diploma or certificate is well-regarded in business, government and academic circles around the globe.
Canada has ranked as one of the top ten places to live in the world since 1994 according to the United Nations (UN) and the Economist Intelligence Unit. In the UN survey Canada earned particularly high marks for its access to education, high life expectancy (due to universal health care system); and low crime and violence rates. In addition, Canada's largest cities -- Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal -- have been recognized as world class cities in which to live and work, for their cleanliness and safety and for their cultural activities and attractive lifestyles.
Canada is considered to be a relatively peaceful, safe and orderly country. Its violent crime rate decreased for ten consecutive years from 1993 to 2003. Unlike its US neighbors to the south, firearms are strictly controlled and generally are not permitted.
International students who come to Canada should follow the same common sense safety precautions as they would anywhere in the world. Students can contact any Canadian Education Centre to learn more about personal safety, or attend a safety orientation session at their school upon their arrival in Canada.
International students are encouraged to take up jobs after their graduation. Students who have graduated from a Canadian university or college have the opportunity to work in Canada for up to one year after they receive their degree or diploma. International students can work on campus and off-campus without a work permit.
Who Needs A Study Permit?
Not everyone needs a Study Permit to study in Canada. Find out if you need a Study Permit or a Temporary Resident Visa.
A student authorization is a form issued by an Immigration officer. It allows you, after your admittance, to remain in Canada to take an academic, professional or vocational training course at an approved university, college or other institution.
If you are not a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada or a dependant of a diplomat accredited to Canada, you must obtain a student authorization.
You apply to the nearest Canadian visa office. You must obtain permission to study in Canada before leaving for Canada. However, the following persons may apply from within Canada:
Dependants of athletes, media representatives, members of the Clergy, or military personnel on assignment in Canada
Dependants of officials of foreign governments working in Canada with a federal or provincial agency under an exchange agreement
Dependants of a person who has a valid student or employment authorization and
A person who is a holder of a Minister's permit and his or her dependants
In addition, the following persons may apply at a Canadian port of entry Citizens and permanent residents of the United States, St. Pierre and Miquelon, or Greenland.
If a student visa and/or authorization is required, the cost is CAN$125.
Student visas and authorization are valid for the duration of the program of study.
You must satisfy the visa officer that you meet the requirements of the Canadian Immigration Act and Regulations and that you will be in Canada for a temporary stay.
Satisfy a visa officer that you will be able to return to your country or be admitted to another country after your studies:
Have been unconditionally accepted by an approved educational institution
Have enough money during your stay in Canada to pay for
O Tuition fees
O Living expenses for yourself and accompanying dependants and
O Return transportation for yourself and accompanying dependants.
Be law abiding and have no record of criminal activity (you may be asked to provide a Police Clearance Certificate)
Not be a risk to the security of Canada
Produce any additional documents requested by the visa officer to establish your admissibility
Complete a medical examination, if required and Pay the fee.
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