3. CANADA
2nd largest country in the world
33 million people
10 provinces, 3 territories
Top UN Ranking
Multicultural: 1 in 6 is a new
immigrant
Officially bilingual but over 200
languages are spoken
Provinces are responsible for
education
4. MANITOBA
Geographic centre of North
America and transportation hub
Vast land with 100,000 lakes &
rivers, and rolling prairies
Diverse, stable economy, with a
high standard of living, steady
economic growth, a high
employment rate, abundant
natural resources
Abundant energy, mineral and
agricultural resources with a
high-skilled workforce
6. WELCOME TO MANITOBA
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityWelcoming
Manitobans are friendly and caring,
and believe in the spirit of community
Manitoba enjoys safe, secure, and
welcoming communities
People from around the world
have made Manitoba their home,
creating a truly multi-cultural society
Manitoba offers a wide variety of sports
and recreational opportunities and
cultural events
7. WELCOME TO MANITOBA
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityWelcoming
Manitobans are friendly and caring,
and believe in the spirit of community
Manitoba enjoys safe, secure, and
welcoming communities
People from around the world
have made Manitoba their home,
creating a truly multi-cultural society
Manitoba offers a wide variety of sports
and recreational opportunities and
cultural events
8. Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityWelcoming
MANITOBA’S PEOPLE
Population: 1.2 million
Capital City: Winnipeg (pop. 706,900)
First populated by Aboriginal peoples and
then settled by European immigrants
Today: Multicultural – over 200 ethnic groups speaking
over 100 languages
Well educated & productive workforce
9. Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityWelcoming
MANITOBA’S PEOPLE
Population: 1.2 million
Capital City: Winnipeg (pop. 706,900)
First populated by Aboriginal peoples and
then settled by European immigrants
Today: Multicultural – over 200 ethnic groups speaking
over 100 languages
Well educated & productive workforce
10. Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityWelcoming
ART, CULTURE & RECREATION
130 festival days each year
Winnipeg is a cultural centre of Canada
Internationally renowned ballet company, world-
class symphony
Classical, contemporary, jazz,
country music, dance and
theatre abound
Professional sports teams
Countless recreational
opportunities
11. Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityWelcoming
ART, CULTURE & RECREATION
130 festival days each year
Winnipeg is a cultural centre of Canada
Internationally renowned ballet company, world-
class symphony
Classical, contemporary, jazz,
country music, dance and
theatre abound
Professional sports teams
Countless recreational
opportunities
Winnipeg is one of the
sunniest places in Canada.
TRUE
or
FALSE
12. Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityWelcoming
…ALL YEAR ROUND
SPRING
(March-May)
-10 to 25 degrees Celsius
(14 to 77 Fahrenheit)
SUMMER
(June–August)
20 to 35 degrees Celsius
(68 to 95 Fahrenheit)
AUTUMN
(September-November)
-10 to 25 degrees Celsius
(14 to 77 Fahrenheit)
WINTER
(December-February)
-30 to -15 degrees Celsius
(-22 to 5 Fahrenheit)
14. EDUCATION IN CANADA
Education is the responsibility of
provinces and territories
The standard of education is
consistently high across the
country
Globally recognized credentials
Canada spends more per capita
on its education system than
most countries in the G-7
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityQuality
15. EDUCATION IN CANADA
The UN ranks Canada among the top 5 countries in the world to live based
on our excellent education system, high quality health care, low crime rate
and clean environment.
International tests demonstrate the strength of our education systems:
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityQuality
Mathematics
(2006)
Science
(2006)
Reading
(2003)
Problem
Solving
(2003)
1 Finland 1 Finland 1 Finland 1 Korea
2 Korea 2 Canada 2 Korea 2.Finland
3 Netherlands 3 Japan 3 Canada 3 Japan
4 Switzerland 4 New Zealand 4 Australia 4 New Zealand
5 Canada 5 Australia 5 New Zealand 5 Australia
6 Japan 6 Netherlands 6 Ireland 6 Canada
The OECD PISA
(Program for International
Student Assessment)
International Test of
abilities of 15 year olds
16. EDUCATION IN MANITOBA
High priority for government funding with
emphasis on accessibility
Student-centered teaching focused on
creativity and problem-solving
Core academic benchmarks at the
K-12 level and accreditation at the
post-secondary level
Smaller class sizes with available
and supportive faculty and staff
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityQuality
17. CHOOSING YOUR OWN PATH
Complete range of program options from
short-term study to PhDs
Transition programs, language
upgrading, and other additional services
available
Accommodation options include
Homestays, on-campus residences, off-
campus housing, and private
arrangements
Many options for extracurricular and free-
time activities
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityChoice
18. ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOLS
All schools offer Government-Approved
Curriculum
— Elementary (Kindergarten to Grade 6)
— Junior High (Grade 7 – 9)
— High School (Grade 10-12)
Schools often run classes in semesters
— 1st Semester (Sept. – Jan.)
— 2nd Semester (Feb. - June)
Classes run from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Access to support services at all times
Extracurricular activities, leadership programs and
athletics
Transportation options
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityChoice
19. UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES
Colleges and universities with
undergraduate, graduate (master, doctoral),
professional and certificate programs
Numerous technical/vocational institutions,
language programs and transition programs
Cutting edge technology and
research labs with opportunity to
collaborate on research projects
Opportunities for co-operative
education & internships
Option to work on and off campus
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityChoice
20. ENGLISH AND FRENCH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS
Canada: a world leader in English and
French language training
True English immersion experience
English as an Second Language (ESL)
programs as part of a program of study
AND
Variety of specialized ESL language
programs for academic, work or personal
interest
Small classes with individual attention
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityChoice
21. OPPORTUNITIES TO SUCCEED
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityOpportunity
Access to affordable, quality education
that is recognized around the world
Opportunities to gain work experience
in a North American setting
Opportunities to stay in Manitoba after
your studies are complete
Access to professors, opinion leaders
and decision makers
22. QUALITY EDUCATION WITHIN REACH
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityOpportunity
2008/2009 Average Annual Undergraduate International
Student Tuition Fees at Public Institutions
Exchange Rate: $1 CDN = 44.97 INR
Country Tuition
Canada¹ 554,615 INR (342,941 – 766,289 INR)
Australia² 456,401 INR (395,871 – 534,469 INR)
USA³ 542,428 INR
UK4 734,900 INR (239,240 – 1,230,514 INR)
¹Source: Statistics Canada TLAC Survey.
²Source: http://studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/StudyCosts/TuitionFees
³Source: http://www.collegeboard.com/html/costs/pricing/
4Source: http://www.ukcosa.org.uk/student/fees_student_support.php#how_much_overseas
Tuition more affordable than
US/Europe and very
competitive with Australia
Low cost of living in Canada
Merit-based scholarships
available
23. QUALITY EDUCATION WITHIN REACH
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityOpportunity
Tuition more affordable than
US/Europe and very
competitive with Australia
Low cost of living in Canada
Merit-based scholarships
available
2008/2009 Average Annual Undergraduate International
Student Tuition Fees at Public Institutions
Exchange Rate: $1 CDN = 44.97 INR
Country Tuition
Canada¹ 554,615 INR (342,941 – 766,289 INR)
Australia² 456,401 INR (395,871 – 534,469 INR)
USA³ 542,428 INR
UK4 734,900 INR (239,240 – 1,230,514 INR)
¹Source: Statistics Canada TLAC Survey.
²Source: http://studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/en/StudyCosts/TuitionFees
³Source: http://www.collegeboard.com/html/costs/pricing/
4Source: http://www.ukcosa.org.uk/student/fees_student_support.php#how_much_overseas
24. WORK OPPORTUNITIES
Work opportunities for university and college
students
Work on campus (no permit required)
Work off campus (work permit easily obtained)
Co-op work programs
Work after graduation (open work permits
available)
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityOpportunity
25. Provincial Nominee Program International Student Stream
International Students are eligible to apply if they have:
• Graduated from a recognized post-secondary program of
at least 8 months
• Possess a Post Graduation Work Permit
• Received a formal offer of full-time Employment
• Worked with that same employer for the past 6 months
Manitoba Tax Rebate Program
Students who graduate and remain in Manitoba are eligible for a
60% Tuition Tax Rebate of up to $25,000 CDA.
STAY AFTER YOUR STUDIES
Welcoming Quality Choice OpportunityOpportunity
26. COMING TO CANADA: ADMISSIONS
Choose an institution: What do you want to study?
Admission requirements vary by institution
• Academic performance is most important factor
• Manitoba institutions do not require SATs
• Proof of English proficiency may be required
• Transfer credit/advanced standing may be given for previously
completed courses, including A-level, I.B. and A.P. courses
Application dates may vary
• Apply from October onward
• Most application deadlines are between February – April
• Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis
27. COMING TO CANADA: VISAS
Apply to the
Visa Application Centre (VAC).
Applications must include:
• Letter of acceptance
• Record of previous study
(e.g. transcript or diploma)
• Application fee ($125 CDN)
• Proof of funds to cover tuition and living costs
• Intent to return after completing studies
• Medical examination, if required
Apply for
Visa &
Study
Permit
Apply for
Admission
Pick a
Program
Is
program
6 months or
longer?
Apply for
Visa only
YesNo
28. COMING TO CANADA: VISAS
Apply for
Visa &
Study
Permit
Apply for
Admission
Pick a
Program
Is
program
6 months or
longer?
Apply for
Visa only
YesNo
Apply to the
Visa Application Centre (VAC).
Applications must include:
• Letter of acceptance
• Record of previous study
(e.g. transcript or diploma)
• Application fee ($125 CDN)
• Proof of funds to cover tuition and living costs
• Intent to return after completing studies
• Medical examination, if required
30. Which statement is NOT true?
a) Winnipeg is home Canada's oldest and North
America's second oldest dance company.
b) Manitoba has the ―World Polar Bear Capital.‖
c) Manitoba has the largest shopping mall in
Canada.
d) Winnipeg has Canada’s largest urban park.
31. Winnipeg is one of the
sunniest places in Canada.
TRUE
or
FALSE
32. Manitoba Value
Some of the lowest tuition in Canada
One of the lowest costs of living in Canada
Entrance scholarships for undergraduates
Tuition Tax Rebate of $25,000 after graduation
33. What is the slogan on
Manitoba license plates?
a) Sunny Manitoba
b) Friendly Manitoba
c) The Grain Capital of
Canada
d) Home of the Polar Bear
