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BEFORE YOUR STUDIES<\/h1>\n

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The first step as a future international student is to be really clear about what you want to do in Canada. What are you good at? What do you enjoy doing? What is your ideal career. Talk to one of our career coaches about your options. Request a college & career assessment.<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Browse through our list of Canadian colleges and universities to determine which program best fit your career interests. You will find the list of colleges<\/strong><\/span> and Universities<\/strong><\/span> here. Reach out to us if you have any questions.<\/p>\n

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As an international student in Canada,you should prepare a budget that includes not only your tuition fees but also the cost of living and studying abroad. Costs related to living expenses in Canada include: housing, food, books, travel insurance, transportation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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When you choose Canada as your study or research destination, you can avail yourself of a broad range of scholarships from colleges and universities but also through Global Affairs Canada<\/strong><\/span> and other Canadian federal government departments. There are also scholarship opportunities for international students to study, conduct research or professional development in Canada.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A study permit is mandatory of you are coming to study in Canada for more than 6 months, Before applying for a permit, you will need a letter of acceptance from a Canadian school, college or university. Let one of our Regulated Immigration consultants help you by requesting a FREE consultation<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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After you receive your visa, there are a variety of steps you need to take for a smooth transition into Canada such as: securing housing and health and travel insurance, getting all your immunization records up to date, assessing your banking needs and\u00a0 learning as much as you can on the city where you will be living.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Preparation before you begin your studies in Canada is very critical. From choosing the right program, to enrolling at the best university, applying to the most suitable program and applying to a study permit, make\u00a0 sure you get the best information available. It will save you time and money. Open To Canada Immigration Services<\/span> is available to walk alongside you in your journey. Let us help you get here! And if you are not successful in your attempt to come to Canada to study, you always have the option of exploring online education and training right from your home country or country of residence. Canadian colleges and universities offer a variety of courses and programs online you may wish to explore through Canadian Online University<\/span>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST OF ONLINE COURSES & PROGRAMS ACROSS CANADA<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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