Canada

All about Canada

History about Canada

Canada, which has been inhabited by natives including the First Nations and the Inuit for about 10,000 years, was first visited by Europeans around 1000, when the Vikings briefly had a settlement. More permanent European visits came in the 16th and 17th century, as the French settled here. They traded much of their lands with the British in 1763, and after the American Revolution, many British Loyalists settled in Canada. With the passing of the British North America Act the British government granted the request of the French and English leaders of the colony of Canada, the status of a self-governing country on July 1, 1867. More definitive independence came in 1931 with the Statute of Westminster, and in 1982 with the repatriation of Canada’s constitution.

About Canada

Canada

Canada is a country in the northern part of North America. Its ten provinces and three territories extend from the Atlantic to the Pacific and northward into the Arctic Ocean, covering 9.98 million square kilometers (3.85 million square miles), making it the world’s second-largest country by total area. Canada’s capital is Ottawa, and its three largest metropolitan areas are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver.

Economy

Canada is one of the world’s leading economies, driven largely by Canada’s incredible wealth of natural resources. Despite having little over a tenth the population of the United States, Canada produces more energy than its large neighbor. This low population and high energy production makes Canada a major economic power, helped along by a healthy services industry and strong tech and automotive industries.

Canadian Culture:

Canadian culture mainly originates from British, French, American and inuit cultures. The culture of Canada embodies the artistic, culinary, literary, humor, musical, political and social elements that are representative of Canada and Canadians. Over time, elements of the cultures of Canada’s immigrant populations have become incorporated to form a Canadian cultural mosaic.

Climate

In Canada you will get to experience each of the four seasons separately, spring, summer and fall to end with winter. Temperatures in the far north are known to be severe, where only occasionally they go above 0°C yet most of the Canadians are concentrated around the more southern region where springs blossom, the summers are hot and autumn is the messenger of cold, cold winter.

Why study in Canada

CANADA: A GREAT CHOICE FOR STUDYING ABROAD

Going off to a university is an adventure as you embark on your adult life. It is one thing to experience the college culture of your home country, but it is quite another to experience the higher education and lifestyle of another country. Study abroad programs make it possible for students from all over the world to visit other countries and gain valuable life experiences that will help them both personally and professionally. One of the great aspects of study abroad is that it is often available for students of all ages, whether you are in high school or in pursuit of a graduate degree. For a unique and friendly international experience, you may choose to study abroad in Canada. Here are just a few ways that a Canadian study abroad program benefits you.

1. A QUALITY EDUCATION:

One of the biggest reasons students choose to come to Canada is the quality of a Canadian education. A Canadian degree is widely recognized as equal to one from the United States, Australia, or the United Kingdom, and Canadian universities consistently do well in international rankings. In fact, in one study in 2019, three Canadian Universities were ranked in the top 50 universities in the world.

2. AFFORDABLE:

Cost is the most significant barrier for most students hoping to study abroad .The average annual tuition for an international student’s Canadian undergraduate degree was $16,746 USD in 2019. Compare that to the U.S. ($24,914 USD), Australia ($24,081 USD) or the United Kingdom ($21,365 USD). Aside from paying tuition, international students also need to find housing and finance their daily lives. The cost of living in Canada is seriously affordable compared to most other top destinations for international students.

3. WORK WHILE YOU STUDY:

Even though Canada is a relatively affordable option, there’s no doubt that studying abroad is expensive. Luckily, international students in Canada are eligible to work up to 20 hours per week during school terms and full-time (30 hours/ week) during scheduled breaks like summer vacation. Most students don’t need a work permit to work while they study, whether their job is on campus or off campus. You study permit will indicate whether you’re allowed to work off campus.

4. SAFETY:

Another big reason why students choose to come to Canada is personal safety. Studying abroad can be scary, especially if you’re leaving your friends and family behind. The Institute for Economics & Peace ranked Canada as the 8^th most peaceful country in the world in 2019. Canada has a well-deserved international reputation as a tolerant and non-discriminatory society. Immigrants make up a fifth of Canada’s entire population, and Canadian laws ensure that all people, regardless of their circumstance, are protected from discrimination.

5. IMMIGRATION OPTIONS:

When you travel abroad to study, you usually get temporary status in the country you’re studying in. That status usually expires when your program ends, so you have to return home when you graduate. Canada has a lot of programs designed to encourage international students to transition to permanent residence after their studies. Options like the Post-Graduation Work Permit let graduates stay and work on an open work permit after graduation and give them an opportunity to get some Canadian work experience. In 2019, 51 percent of international students planned to apply for Canadian permanent residence.

BONUS! ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES:

Canada is one of the largest economies in the world, so there are a lot of working opportunities for graduates. As a student, you have the opportunity to network with leaders in your field. While you study, or after you graduate, you can gain experience working for industry leading companies in Canada. If you choose to return to your home country, your Canadian education, and improved language ability in either English or French, could help open doors to working in international companies. Canadian work experience and education are highly valued everywhere in the world, so they could also increase your chances of receiving a job offer from employers all over the world. If you choose to stay in Canada, Canadian employers tend to prefer Canadian work experience over work experience from elsewhere in the world, so your student and work experience could increase your chances of receiving a job offer!

STUDY-2-IMMIGRATE:

The Canadian Team’s Study-2-Immigrate program can help you get started studying in Canada. Our dedicated experts will help you find the right program based on your needs, and help you apply to the school. Once you’ve been accepted into a Canadian school, we’ll be able to help you apply for a study permit. Fill out our free online student assessment today to find out if you may be eligible to come to Canada as a student.

Working Rights:

Working while studying in Canada is one of the major advantages of choosing Canada as your study destination. Whether you choose to work on campus at the university or off-campus as an intern, international students can earn money while gaining valuable work experience.

Work on Campus:

Working without a permit is offered to full-time students at a public post-secondary institution such as a college, university, or a private post-secondary institution operating under the same rules and regulations as a public institution. You must have a valid study permit and a SIN (Social Insurance Number) to qualify and will only be able to start working in Canada as an international student once your study program has officially begun.

Work off Campus:

As a study permit holder, you can work up to 20 hours per week during the term and work full-time during your holidays.

Work as a co-op student or intern:

You will need to get a work permit if your study program includes a required co-op or internship placement. Some study programs include work experience as part of their curriculum. You can apply for a co-op or intern work permit if:

You have a valid study permit
Work is required to complete your study program in Canada
You have a letter from your school that confirms all students in your program need to complete work placements to get their degree, and
Your co-op placement or internship totals 50% or less of your study program

Benefits After Studying

Once you’ve finished your studies, you may need to stop working in Canada immediately. However, there are several ways you may continue working under different conditions.

If you plan to stay and work in Canada, you may be able to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), allowing you to work anywhere in Canada for any employer for up to three years after you graduate. If you’re eligible and if you want to stay in Canada and work, you need to apply within 180 days of receiving written confirmation that you’ve finished your study program.
If you are starting a new study program (for example, continuing to a Master’s after completing a Bachelor degree), you can continue working between the study programs
If you don’t apply for the PGWP and then decide you want to come back to work temporarily, you may be eligible for one or more of theInternational Experience Canada (IEC) categories, which offer young people from various countries the opportunity to work in Canada for a year or two, depending on the category and country of citizenship.

Working while studying in Canada can be rewarding beyond the wage you earn. Graduating from a university or college in Canada with additional work experience could make you stand out from the crowd during your job hunt. Whether you’re aiming to stay in Canada or work elsewhere after graduation, Canadian work experience can be a valuable asset to your future goals.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Required Documents:

Your passport, valid for the duration of your studies plus one month.
Two Photograph (With White Background)
A letter of acceptance from a Canadian educational institution confirming name and length of the program, tuition fees, living expenses, semester for which the admission is valid and last date for registration.
All educational documents, including marks sheets (SSC, HSC, Bachelors, Masters or other post- secondary, college, vocational or university diploma, certificate or degree).
Proof of funds sufficient to cover your tuition and living expenses for your first year of study in Canada.
You must provide a one year statement of transactions from personal bank account(s) (an original certified bank issued statement or a certified copy of passbooks), as well as fixed deposit certificates, savings certificates, PSP certificates or any other proof of savings.
You must also demonstrate that sufficient funds will be available to support yourself during the whole duration of your program.
Confirmation of any scholarship, grant, teaching or research assistantship including name of the providing institution or organization, amount per semester or year and duration.
If some or the totality of your funds are provided by a sponsor (either parents or third party) you must also include:
- Notarized declaration of sponsorship. If you have more than one sponsor, a separate declaration must be provided for each sponsor. However, sponsors who are husband and wife can appear on the same declaration.
- Details of assets and income for each sponsor with supporting documents such as property documentation, land deeds, rent agreement, business license, business tax information, employment letter with salary information.
- You must also provide the income tax forms (tax assessments and tax paid receipts showing total income and amount of income tax paid) for the past two years.
If someone other than yourself or your parents is providing funds you must include:
- Letter of explanation as to the reason why this person is assisting
- Number of persons living in this persons household
- Proof of this persons relationship to you; birth, marriage or school certificates, passport.
- Affidavits or self-declarations are not acceptable proof of relationship.
Proof of employment for yourself, if applicable, and your parents (employer’s full name, address, phone number, name of supervisor with his phone number, length of service and salary details).
Your police clearance certificate and your birth certificate
Proof of Tuition fee payment
Visa Application forms
2 complete photo copy sets of all the above attested and notarized.

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