Climate

There are many climates in Canada and they vary from the permanently frozen ice caps north of the 70th parallel to the lush vegetation of British Columbia’s west coast. Overall, however, Canada has four very distinct seasons, particularly in the more populated regions along the US border. Daytime summer temperatures can rise to 35°C and higher, while lows of -15°C are not uncommon in winter. More moderate temperatures are the norm in spring and fall. Over the years, Canadians have adapted extremely well to the colder periods of weather by installing heating in houses and cars, and by having heated public transportation systems

Using Public Transportation

Getting around in Canada is easy. Most cities have urban transportation systems, including buses, streetcars, and trains and some of the larger cities have subways. You can board these systems at regular stops along their routes. Some let you pay with cash, others require tickets. If you don’t have a ticket for the bus, you must pay with the right amount of money (exact fare). You can also buy a monthly pass or a package of tickets to save money. You can buy subway tickets at the subway station.
Maps of routes and schedules are usually available from the public transit company in your area.

Tourism

Canada is a vast country with a variety of tourist destinations. Wherever you choose to study in Canada, you will discover a multitude of cultural, leisure and other activities all year round. You can enjoy the many museums, seasonal festivals and exciting nightlife that each province and territory has to offer. Canada also has a beautiful countryside which means that most outdoor recreational activities are very popular here, whether it be skiing, cycling, hiking, camping, sightseeing or even ice sailing.

BEST EDUCATION ASSURED

Students from around the world are welcomed by Canadian academic institutions. Foreign students must meet immigration requirements to obtain an authorization to study in Canada.

They must prepare and submit the following documents

• Acceptance letter from the educational institution they want to attend.
• Financial documents to show that they have enough money (Funds) to pay for their tuition & living costs.
• Undergo a medical examination if necessary.

IIEC is an authorized representative of reputed Colleges / Universities and Schools to enroll the students for Canadian Institutions.

IIEC can make arrangements for accommodation for international students.

TYPE OF EDUCATION

Canadian education system encompass both publicly funded and private schools, from kindergarten through to an university. Education is a provincial responsibility under the Canadian constitution, which means there are significant differences between the education systems of the different provinces. However, standards across the country are uniformly high.

Universities

Canada has a large selection of universities and colleges located in both urban and rural settings in every region of the country. Its universities are internationally known for the quality of teaching and research. Degrees from Canadian universities are considered equivalent to those from American and other Commonwealth universities. Canadian universities are largely publicly funded; as a result, they are of a consistently high quality, regardless of location or area of study. Also, they all retain a high degree of academic autonomy. Full-time student enrollments at individual universities range from less than 1,000 students to over 35,000 in the major universities. In addition, most universities have a large number of part-time or continuing education students. They offer a broad range of courses and a full range of degrees from undergraduate to doctorates and can offer certificates and professional degrees. Fees for universities differ depending on the province, institution and program of study.

Universities Colleges

Canadian university colleges offer a strong base of applied and academic programs in campus environments. As the name suggests, a university college offers university degrees as well as college diploma and certificate programs. Students can expect to find a wide range of program choices at university colleges, including English as a Second Language (ESL) programs. As a component of the Canadian university system, university colleges offer students a choice of either academically oriented university degree programs or the more practically oriented college diplomas and certificates. As part of the Canadian college system, university colleges are distinguished by their strong student support services, small classes and strong campus environments. They also may offer combined degree/diploma programs and university transfer programs.

Community Colleges

The 175 post-secondary institutions which are members of the Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) are officially known by a range of titles, including Community College, Technical Institute, University College and Cégep. All of these institutions have the primary function of responding to the training needs of business, industry and the public service sectors. They also meet the educational needs of vocationally oriented secondary school graduates, employment-seeking university graduates, as well as the lifelong learning requirements of the adult population. Historically, these institutions offer diplomas, as community needs change and evolve and at least 18 are now granting degrees and applied degrees. The two- to three-year (or shorter) college programs typically offer specific, vocationally-oriented curricula, as well as general academic concentrations.

Career Colleges

A technical/career college is a privately owned and operated school with the main objective of preparing students for the job market after a short period of instruction. The emphasis at technical/career colleges is on practical skills over a broad range of programs. They may specialize in specific areas such as business, computers and secretarial skills. Although privately owned, these schools are provincially approved and regulated, ensuring that program standards and quality are maintained. Career colleges have highly competitive fee structures.