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Canada Canada is a bilingual country with two official languages, English and French. The vast majority (75 per cent) of Canada's French-speaking inhabitants lives in the province of Québec, which is located in the eastern part of the country but there are French-speaking communities throughout the country. Canada was ranked for nine consecutive years by the United Nations to be among the top 3 countries in the world in which to live and study out of 174 countries. A Canadian degree, diploma or certificate is well-regarded in business, government and academic circles around the globe. Employment: In Canada, good employment opportunities exist in many sectors of the economy. Financially speaking, new immigrants earn an average of Cdn$ 30,000 -Cdn$75,000 annually. It is worth noting that Canada is acclaimed globally for its admirable record of promoting employment equity in the workplace for women and visible minorities. Economic Wealth: Canada maintains one of the world's highest per capita GDP's i.e. about US $22,000 per person. the world bank has also ranked Canadians as the 2nd wealthiest people in the world in terms of the country's natural, financial, human and social resources. Based on Canada's total wealth, each Canadian is worth nearly Cdn$ 7,50,000. Life: Canada is a country of enviable qualities. It boasts of a life expectancy of 79.1 years and an adult literacy rate of 99%. For the past many years, the United Nations has ranked Canada as first in the world on the Human Development Index. Canadian cities themselves have also received praise for their various qualities. Religion: Seven out of every 10 Canadians identify themselves as either Roman Catholic or Protestant, according to new data from the 2001 Census. The census showed a continuation of a long-term downward trend in the population who report Protestant denominations. The number of Roman Catholics increased slightly during the 1990s, but their share of the total population fell marginally. At the same time, the number of Canadians who reported religions such as Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism and Buddhism has increased substantially. Tuition Fees: International students are charged up-front tuition fees. Institutions sometimes make an additional charge to cover other costs associated with being a student eg. library and laboratory costs and sports facility costs. Tuition fees for international students vary from province to province and depend on your faculty of choice. Costs involved: Tuition fees and living costs in Canada vary depending on the course and the institution. The cost of living in Canada is moderate, compared with other countries. Canadian winters are chilly, an adequate warm clothing budget is essential. You will need approximately $12,000 US to cover your expenses for an academic year. This includes your tuition and living expenses but not your air-fare. Please remember that this figure is an average only. Actual expenses may vary depending on the region you live in, the tuition fees at the university you attend and your field of specialization. Consult us to assist with your financial planning. Benefits of Studying in Canada: 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. A Safe Place To Study: 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. |