Canada
- Canada is the 2nd largest country globally after Russia with an area of about 9 million square kilometers, occupying approximately two-fifths of the northern North American region. Despite its large size, Canada is sparsely populated and is home to 3.76 crore people only.
- Canada has a federal parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy. The country is a federation of 10 states and three territories.
- Ottawa is Canada’s capital city and Toronto is the largest city, both located in Ontario province.
- English and French are the official languages to the country.
- Canada has been ranked as the “best & safe place to live” in the world by the United Nations with a low crime rate and high quality of life and education. Canada has an internationally acclaimed education system and the Canadian Education System has been globally ranked at No. 03 in the best countries for higher education by The US News 2019.
- Canada is among the top 10 safest nations in the world, according to the Global Peace Index 2019, making Canada an ideal study destination for international students.
- Academic Excellence is another crucial factor. 10 Canadian universities have been ranked in the top 200 by QS World Universities Ranking in 2020.
Geography
- Canada shares the longest borderline in the world. It borders with the United States of Alaska to the North West, the United States of America to the south also shares the longest coastline in the world with the Atlantic Ocean falling in the east and the Pacific Ocean in the west.
- Canada is the 4th country having the most considerable portion of freshwater lakes.
- The west Coast of Canada, also known as the Cordillera region located in British Columbia, is considered the most mountainous part of the country.
- Central Canada comprises two large provinces Ontario and Quebec, also known as Canadian Shield.
- Canada’s tallest peak is Mount Logan (5,959 meters).
- Canada’s northern region is inhabitable. The climatic condition is very harsh, mostly covered with snow and frozen glaciers, and home of the polar bear, seals and narwhals.
Climate
- Canada has a wide range of climates because of its diverse landscape. However, Canada is among the coldest countries in the world, at the same time, Canada witnesses all four seasons along the US borders.
- Summers are hot and dry in Prairies and humid in central Canada. Springs are often quite pleasant.
- People living near the coast of the Atlantic and Pacific experience minimal snow but heavy rainfall in winters.
- Central Canada experiences all four seasons’ infamous cold, snowy winters and hot spring.
Economy
- Canada has a leading developed market economy with the 10th largest GDP by nominal and 16th largest GDP by purchasing power parity (PPP).
- Toronto is the financial center of Canada.
- The economy of Canada is dominated by the service industry, which employs about three-fourths of the Canadian population.
- Canada is the 8th largest exporter of agricultural products in the world such as oilseeds and grains.
- Oil and gas markets are a productive business in Canada as Canada has the 3rd largest crude oil reserve and 18th largest natural gas reserve.
- Canada is the 4th largest exporter of both Petroleum as well as natural gas in the world.
- Canada is the 2nd largest producer of Hydroelectricity globally after China.
- Overall international trade makes up a large part of the Canadian economy.
Demography
- Canada is under populated despite being the second largest country.
- According to the Canada Census 2016, the total population is 38.44 million individuals contributing approximately 0.5% to the world population.
- Canada increases its population through immigration to develop the workforce and domestic market.
Here are 8 topmost reasons why every student should choose Study in Canada for further studies.
A high-quality education in world-class institutions : A Canadian degree, certificate, and diploma is considered equivalent to the degrees in other Commonwealth countries and the US. Canada’s universities maintain high standards of academic excellence and are consistently recognized in top international rankings. 26 of Canada’s universities rank in the QS World University Rankings 2019 and 27 of them in the World University Rankings 2019.
Wide range of programs and courses to choose from:The Canadian universities offer more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as professional degree programs and certificate courses. Students can also choose to pursue various workshops, short courses, and upgrades for skilled workers and professionals side by side to their main degree program. Some institutions offer specialized courses from a wide range of fields like fisheries, agriculture, apiary, paramedical technology, telecommunications, medicine, agriculture, computer technology, business studies, and environmental sciences.
Low cost of education: Tuition fees for foreign students in Canada are the lowest compared to the US, UK, and Australia. Fees for bachelor’s degrees at the US public universities are almost 1/3 higher than Canadian universities. Compared to private universities in the US, fees in Canadian universities for undergraduate programs were found to be less than half.
Multiple scholarship opportunities:The Canadian government as well as various private and public organizations offer multiple scholarships and bursaries opportunities to the deserving international scholars which would help to build their future in the country as they recognize that international students bring fresh ideas to Canada and contribute a great deal to various disciplines and the industry with the knowledge they bring from their home countries.
A safe and peaceful atmosphere: Canada is a relatively safe and peaceful country. The Global Peace Index consistently ranks Canada among the top 10 safest countries to visit in the world. It is also relatively unaffected by natural disasters. The country provides students a very welcoming and friendly atmosphere to live and study.
Multicultural country with deep democratic values: Canada is a country of immigrants and follows a policy of fostering multicultural diversity. Canadian society comprises almost all of the world’s ethnic groups. You will easily find the most ethnic foods and cultural activities. People of Canada are generally very open-minded and respectful of different perspectives.
Easier visa acquisition: One of the most exciting aspects while considering studying in Canada is the process of acquiring a Canadian study visa. It is relatively relaxed and therefore attracts thousands of international students every year.
An exciting and beautiful place to live: There is a great diversity in the landscape of Canada as it is a large country situated near the Arctic Circle surrounded by three oceans (the Pacific, Atlantic, and the Arctic). Canadian cities are famous worldwide for their beauty and picturesque landscape that attracts a large number of tourists every year. You can experience several cultural festivals and exciting events here like The Montreal International Jazz Festival, “Poutine Week” – The blend of French fries, delicious gravy, and cheese curd, etc.
Canada’s job market has been strong over recent years, driven by solid economic growth. The majority of jobs will be in highly skilled occupations, and it is expected most will have to be filled by people coming to Canada from overseas. Canada is a perfect place for ambitious graduates to jump-start their career.
Canada offers a lot of job opportunities in various exciting fields. This has led to many immigrants choosing to work in Canada with the promise of fair salaries and excellent quality of life. Canada is a perfect place for ambitious graduates to jump-start their career.
Main Industries in Canada: Mining, Agriculture, Energy, Technology, Services, Manufacturing, Fishing, Natural Resources.
Emerging Industries in Canada: Financial Technology, Automobile, E-Commerce, Production, Super Markets, HealthCare, Pharmacy, Mining, Agriculture.
University – Several universities, community colleges and technical institutions with affordable fee structure
Earnings during studies – International students are entitled to work part time while completing studies.
Scholarships –Can be availed with excellent academic merit
Living expenses – 850 CAD per month
Tuition fee – Bachelors: 25,180 CAD/year,
Master: 42,000 CAD/year
per year
Intakes – Sept – Jan – April/May
Settlement & PR – tudents apply for PGWP (post-graduation work permit) to pursue a career after studies.
After 1 year of education, student can apply for 1 year of work permit
After 2 years of education, students can apply for work permits up to 3 years.
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