Study in Canada

Canada is an incredible country - a land of immense geography, extreme climate, vast resources, and a small but ethnically diverse population. Canada is a country occupying most of northern North America. It is the world's second-largest country by total area, and extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Arctic Ocean. Canada shares land borders with the United States to the northwest and south.

Provinces and Territories
Canada is composed of ten provinces and three territories. The provinces have a large degree of autonomy from the federal government, the territories somewhat less. Each has its own provincial or territorial symbols.
The provinces are responsible for most of Canada's social programs (such as health care, education, and welfare) and together collect more revenue than the federal government, an almost unique structure among federations in the world. 

Main Cities
Ottawa is the capital of Canada and home for the Governor-General of Canada, the Prime Minister of Canada.
Toronto is the largest city in Canada and the fifth most populous city in North America.
Montreal is the largest French speaking city in the Western Hemisphere and the second largest city by population in Canada.
The other big cities are - Vancouver, Edmonton, and Winnipeg.
Culture & Multiculturism
Canadian culture has been influenced by American culture because of its proximity and migration between the two countries. It has historically been influenced by British, French, and Aboriginal cultures and traditions. American media and entertainment are popular if not dominant in Canada; conversely, many Canadian cultural products and entertainers are successful in the US and worldwide. Many cultural products are marketed toward a unified North American or global market.
Canada is a geographically vast and ethnically diverse country. There are cultural variations and distinctions from province to province and region to region. Canadian culture has also been greatly influenced by immigration from all over the world. Many Canadians value multiculturalism, and see Canadian culture as being inherently multicultural.

TOP 10 Reasons to Study in Canada

1. The United Nations ranked Canada as one of the best places in the world to live! This assessment was based upon Canada's achievements in terms of educational attainment, life expectancy, national income and general quality of life. It also included Canada's abundance of fresh water, comfortable population density, low incidence of violent crime and a health care system that is a model for the world.
2. Canada's education system is excellent and ranks among the best in the world. Moreover Canadian tuition fees are among the lowest in English-speaking countries.
3. Internationally recognized degrees. Canada boasts a wide range of quality educational institutions for both degrees and diplomas in technical and professional disciplines.
4. Possibility to work in Canada after graduation. International students who have graduated from a Canadian university or college have the opportunity to work in Canada for up to one year after they receive their degree or diploma. International students can work on campus without a work permit. Plans are being made to allow international students to work off-campus, too.
5. A safe, stable country. Canada is a peaceful, politically stable, and safe country. We have laws that protect the rights of our citizens and our country is relatively unaffected by natural disasters.
6. Excellent health care. Compared to other countries, medical insurance is inexpensive in Canada yet the services that Canadian hospitals provide are among some of the most advanced and accessible in the world.
7. Learn or improve another language! For over a century, Canada's two official languages (English and French) have been taught as second languages which are why we are world leaders in language training. International students often choose to take language courses before beginning a regular academic program.
8. A multicultural country. Canada is home to a large number of aboriginal people, called First Nations. Over the past century and a half, Canada has welcomed 15 million immigrants. Canada has a national policy for multiculturalism and works to ensure that people's customs and traditions are preserved and respected.
9. Nature and four distinct seasons. While Canada has big cities, we also preserve a huge amount of unsettled land and a thriving national and provincial parks system. The temperature varies a great deal in Canada. Certain cities almost never have snow in the winter while other cities may get a lot. There's something for everyone, including indoor and outdoor recreational activities at no or low cost. Our four distinct seasons offer variety and their own special pleasures.
10. We're waiting for you! Canadians can be reserved with newcomers but are generally very welcoming and respectful of differences. Our educational institutions encourage new students from abroad and many have targets to increase their numbers of international students. One thing is for sure--your time in Canada will be something that you will never forget! What are you waiting for?

Canada offers a wide choice of over 90 universities and 150 colleges and technical institutes, featuring virtually every program imaginable.
Education in Canada is provided, funded and overseen by federal, provincial, and local governments. Education is within provincial jurisdiction and the curriculum is overseen by the province, without a ministry of education at the federal or national level. Education in Canada is generally divided by Elementary (Primary School, Public School), followed by Secondary (High School) and Post Secondary (University, College). Within the provinces under the department of education, there are district school boards administering the educational programs.[2] Education is compulsory up to an age of 16.
There are significant differences between the education systems of the different provinces of Canada. Secondary schooling in Canada could go up to Grade 11, 12 or 13, depending on the province unlike in India, where Grade 12 is standard all over the country.
Pre-University
Pre-University and secondary educations combined are sometimes referred to as K-12 (Kindergarten through Grade 12).
Post Secondary Education
Post secondary education is offered by four types of educational institutions...
Universities
Canadian universities are largely public funded, and, as a result, offer consistently high quality education at lower tuition rates for international students than their counterparts in competing countries. They offer a broad range of courses and degrees from Undergraduate to Doctorate and also Certificate and Professional Degrees.
University Colleges
As a component of the Canadian university system, University Colleges offer students a choice of either academic oriented University Degree programmes or the more practical-oriented College Diplomas and Certificates. As a part of the Canadian college system, university colleges are distinguished by their strong student support services, small classes and strong campus environments. They also offer combined degree/diploma programmes and university transfer programmes.
Community Colleges and Technical Institutes
They typically have a more vocational-related curriculum, with small classes, off-campus course offerings, a greater ratio of laboratory space to class room space, and an interactive teaching style. The uniqueness of Canadian colleges lies in the combination of employer-centered curricula. These institutes have the primary function of responding to the training needs of business, industry, and public service sectors. Most colleges and technical institutes offer diplomas and certificates rather than degrees, however, more and more now grant degrees and applied degrees.
Technical / Career College
This 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 career colleges is on practical skills over a broad range of programmes. They specialize in such areas as business, computers, and secretarial skills. Although privately owned, these institutes are provincially approved and regulated, ensuring that programmes standards and quality are maintained.
Scholarships
There are limited scholarships available in Canada but they rarely cover the full cost of a study program and they are not always easy to find. Scholarships to international students are available at some Canadian institutions for students with exceptional results. The amount awarded varies from one institution to another and usually covers only part of a student's education and living expenses. The calendar of each university in Canada includes a complete and detailed list of the scholarships it administers this information is usually available on school web sites as well. Obtaining a scholarship is very competitive and applications must be made directly to each university along with the application for admission.
Community and Career Colleges do not usually award scholarships nor do school boards or most private schools.
There are various organizations within Canada that administer scholarship programs in various countries but they are usually for graduate students and professors who are studying or researching a specific subject; a Canadian study is a typical area for which scholarships are awarded. Students should also check within their home country through public and private organizations for any financial assistance they may provide to students looking to study abroad.

Working While Studying
Full-time students registered in a degree or diploma-granting course are allowed to work on the campus of the institution at which they are registered without the need for an employment authorization. This includes on-campus employment for graduate, teaching or research assistants.
Students whose intended employment forms an integral part of their course of study such as undergraduate co-op programs, some programs offered by career colleges or language schools and some high school programs.
You may be able to work while you are studying in Canada in certain situations. You must come to Canada with enough money to live and pay your bills while you are studying.
Do not work without being authorized to do so. If you do, you may be asked to leave Canada.

Working on Campus:

You may work on campus at the institution where you study without a Work Permit if:
You are engaged in full-time studies at a university, community college, CEGEP, publicly funded trade/technical school or at a private institution authorized by provincial statute to confer degrees; and you have a valid Study Permit.

Working Off-Campus:

If you are now a full-time student at certain public post-secondary institutions in Manitoba, New Brunswick or some regions of Quebec you may be eligible to apply for a work permit that allows you to work off-campus.
This will help you gain Canadian work experience.
The work permit will allow you to work a limited number of hour’s off-campus.
Each province has different conditions.
Contact MNBC Nepal - Consultancy for more information about the program, the number of hours you can work and the application process.