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Why study in Canada?

Canada welcomed approximately 621,565 international students by the end of 2021, according to the Canadian Bureau for International Education. About 72% of international students plan to apply for a post-graduate work permit and 60% of international students plan to apply for permanent residence in Canada. Here are some of the reasons why international students are choosing to study in Canada:

Canada’s well known reputation as a safe and secure country

Canada’s multicultural diversity includes people of different races, national or ethnic origins, religious beliefs, lifestyles and sexual orientations.

The highly recognizable reputation and high standards of quality in Canada’s educational system.

Canada is a notably tolerant and non-discriminatory country.

Top Schools in Canada

University of Toronto

University of Toronto is ranked as the #1 school in Canada and #18 in Best Global Universities (worldwide). The medical faculties are some of the best medical institutions in the world, recognized as the top four Best Global Universities for Surgery and top four Best Global Universities for Clinical Medicine. As of 2022, almost 25% of the students at the university are international students from over 150 countries across the globe. The University of Toronto has three campuses located across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) St. George (Toronto), Scarborough and Mississauga. The university is comprised of many faculties and disciplines, such as medical, management, public health, applied science and engineering, etc. The University of Toronto is a reputable and distinguished university with a vast network of more than 560,000 successful alumni around the globe. For details, visit U of T.

University of British Columbia

One of the oldest universities in Canada, University of British Columbia offers high-quality academics and often ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. The University of British Columbia is ranked as the 13th out of 1,400 institutions globally in delivering on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The University of British Columbia has two campuses located in Vancouver and the Okanagan (Kelowna). About 29% of the students at the university are international students. The university is has 12 faculties and departments at the Vancouver campus and seven at the Okanagan campus, such as business, law, medicine, science and engineering, etc. For details, visit UBC.

McGill University

Canada’s first faculty of medicine, McGill University has been the #1 Medical-Doctoral University in Canada for 17 years. McGill is also the most internationally diverse medical-doctoral university in Canada; over 32% of its students are international students. The university is comprised of faculties such as medicine, science, engineering, arts and management. There have been 12 Nobel prizes, 5 astronauts, 3 prime ministers and 14 judges of the Supreme Court of Canada and 9 Oscar winners that were previous students and faculty of the university. McGill University is internationally known for its innovative teaching and research programs. For more details, visit McGill University.

Study Permit

A Study Permit is necessary for most foreign nationals who want to study in Canada. The applicant must include an acceptance letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). Important to note, a Study Permit is not a visa and does not grant you authority to enter Canada. Depending on your country, you might need an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or a visitor visa. If your study permit is approved, you will be issued one along with your study permit (if applicable).

Benefits of hiring an expert

A study permit application is much more than just filling out forms, we use our expertise to provide evidence and additional information from our experience with dealing with Canadian immigration officials. We conduct legal research, cite case law and include a legal submission advocating for your application’s approval. Hiring a highly skilled individual to handle your case takes away from the stress of the exhaustive immigration system.

Eligibility Requirements

Designated Learning Institution enrolment

Must be enrolled in a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) and be able to confirm your enrolment.

Must be in good health

This means that you will not cause excessive demand on Canada’s health and social services and that you will not affect the health and safety of Canadians. You may be required to get a medical exam.

No criminal history

You must have no criminal or immigration-related convictions and obey the law while in Canada.

Financial Capacity

You must show that you have enough financial means to pay for your tuition, living expenses (you and accompanying family members) and for return tickets to your country.

Leave Canada

Prove to an immigration officer that you will leave Canada when your study permit expires.

Check Complete Requirements

Click here for the most updated requirements from Immigration Canada.

After Approval

Once approved, you will have to keep in mind your responsibilities while studying in Canada. You must take active initiative towards completing your studies and respect the conditions of your study permit, such as working while studying. If you no longer meet the requirements, you must stop studying.

After successfully graduating from your Canadian post-secondary institution, call us to find out if you qualify to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program. The PGWP is an open work permit issued for up to three years. The benefit of this work permit is that you do not need a job offer. You must make sure that you still have status as a student when applying for the PGWP. You also need to do this within 90 days after receiving written confirmation of graduation.

For more information, visit our Post-Graduation Work Permit page.

When it comes to something as important as your immigration status, it’s crucial that you have the best possible representation. An experienced immigration practitioner can help you navigate the often-complex immigration process and give you the best chance at a successful outcome. If you would like submit a New Application, Extend a Student Visa, Change Conditions, or Restore Status as a ‘Student’, contact us to book an in-depth consultation today.