Colleges and universities throughout Quebec are set to receive a significant boost in their finances as Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, and Quebec’s Premier, Philippe Couillard, announced the initiative. [Read more…]
Archives for December 2016
Quebec Dedicates $3.7 million to Welcome International Students
Quebec’s Minister of Education, Hélène David, has announced that the provincial government will inject an additional $12 million into the Quebec’s higher education system by March 31, 2017, with the majority of the money destined for CÉGEP (college) expenditures. Almost one third of this money is targeted towards taking care of, and retaining, international students — particularly in regional areas. [Read more…]
Canada Revealed as Top Five Country for Educational Attainment
Canadians are among the most educated people in the world, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada. In 2015, 90 percent of people in Canada aged 25 to 64 had at least completed high school, and 66 percent had obtained a post-secondary educational credential. Both of these statistics are considerably above the OECD averages of 78 percent and 40 percent, respectively. Indeed, Canada came joint fifth worldwide — tying with the United States for first among English-speaking countries — according to these key performance indicators for educational attainment. [Read more…]
Canadian Secondary School Students Out-Perform Peers Worldwide
A major international survey of education standards has revealed that Canada places among the top countries worldwide for the quality of its schooling. [Read more…]
Canadian Universities Rank Worldwide for Graduate Employability
Employers are increasingly looking for international experience, initiative, and real-world experience in their future employees. Canadian universities and colleges are quick to respond to employers’ desires and needs, and provide programming that prepares students for life beyond the classroom. [Read more…]
Conquer Winter in Canada: Tips for International Students
Winter is when Canada excels, offering a host of exciting activities and festivals. Pick up a good coat and a solid pair of boots, and prepare to enjoy all the unique activities of winter in Canada!
Canada’s Favourite Comprehensive Universities for 2017, Revealed
Maclean’s Magazine has released its 2017 rankings of Canadian universities. The Comprehensive Universities category includes universities which host undergraduate and graduate students, and have a significant research mandate.