Being familiar with common phrases at the workplace will help you fit in sooner and more easily. As students across Canada gear up to start new jobs this summer, the focus is on making the best first impressions possible. Particularly for international newcomers, the prospect of navigating the Canadian workplace for the first time can be especially challenging. So whether you’re just taking...

For international students considering attending a Canadian university, the possibility of scholarship money is just one more reason to head abroad. Take, for example, the University of Windsor – a popular Ontario school that offers a range of scholarships tailored specifically for international students. Though none of the awards come close to offering a ‘full ride’ (a 100 per cent...

It is a well-worn (nonetheless true) saying, that it’s often the little things that make all the difference. This is just as true when it comes to university experiences. Luckily for any international student considering attending a Canadian university, this is something many institutions understand very well. Working hard to meet and cater to specific student needs, Canadian universities...

For those considering a move to a new country or city, transportation is a major concern. How am I going to get around? How much will it cost me? Is it easy get around? These are all good questions to ask, especially for new international students. Of course, there’s always the option of buying or renting a private car, but for the majority of students, that’s not exactly a realistic...

Whenever a student or family is deciding on where to study abroad, plenty of questions arise – including many of which that go well beyond the basics of simple academics. The Canadian University Application Centre (CUAC) knows all about these questions, and have had years of practice in answering them for prospective students. Here’s a look at some of the most common misconceptions...