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Canada is a popular study destination for Indian students due to its high-quality education and affordable tuition fees. According to a UN survey, Canada has been ranked as the best place to live for the past nine years. Students in Canada can work for up to 20 hours per week without a work permit and full-time during vacations. Studying in Canada can also be a pathway to permanent residency, which takes 15-18 months upon entry into the country.
Co-op programs are available and offer students hands-on experience while working in the industry. After completing their course, students can work for up to 3 years depending on the length of their study program. Sushil Sukhwani, the Founder and Director of Edwise International, was awarded the Certification of “International Student Recruitment and Canadian Immigration Policy Training” by the Government of Saskatchewan on Sept 28, 2020.
Canada offers excellent post-graduation work opportunities, with a 3-year work permit for graduates of 2-year programs or longer. Canada is renowned for excellence in fields like telecommunications, transportation, engineering, biotechnology, and aerospace. The country’s co-operative work programs enable students to gain practical experience and connect with the job market, and full-time students are allowed to work off-campus without a work permit for up to 20 hours per week and full-time during vacations. Some programs also offer paid co-op terms.
Canada is globally recognized as one of the most educated countries with a high percentage of its residents holding degrees. The country also spends generously on public post-secondary education and is ranked among the top three in the world in terms of per capita spending. Studying in Canada for Indian students is cost-effective compared to other study abroad options, with a high standard of education. The affordable fees make admission more competitive. Moreover, Canada has one of the lowest inflation rates among industrialized nations in the world.
Canada offers a range of opportunities for Indian students to study at its universities and colleges. The Student Direct Stream (SDS) program launched by the Canadian High Commission has simplified and standardized the visa application process for Indian students, making it faster and more efficient. Under this program, students can benefit from a faster visa processing time if they apply to colleges under the Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) members.
To apply, students need to meet the requirements of the Canadian Immigration Act and Regulations, including holding an unconditional offer letter, a valid passport, and demonstrating proof of purchase of a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC). Once the application is submitted, it is processed and the passport can be collected from the nearest Canada Visa Application Centre.