{"id":30210,"date":"2021-02-23T23:47:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-24T04:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/?p=30210"},"modified":"2025-06-18T17:26:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T21:26:32","slug":"higher-education-offers-benefits-to-newcomers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/studying\/higher-education-offers-benefits-to-newcomers","title":{"rendered":"Higher Education Offers Benefits to Newcomers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Without a doubt, higher education (or post-secondary education) can give you an edge in the highly competitive Canadian job market. Learning new skills or upgrading your current skills will increase your value and help you stand out from other job seekers. As well, when you show a thirst for continuous learning, you are more attractive to employers. Higher education can also provide other benefits to newcomers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people in Canada attend post-secondary education at a university, college, trades program, or private college. Students must apply to the school of their choice and prepare to pay tuition fees.  While some scholarships are available, most students must pay for tuition with the help of student loans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-three-benefits-of-higher-education-in-canada\"><strong>Three Benefits of Higher Education in Canada<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-improve-your-job-prospects\">1. Improve Your Job Prospects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Surprisingly to newcomers, employers like to see the names of Canadian schools on resumes. Often it&#8217;s because when managers recognize the schools you have attended they are more confident in their hiring decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, attending a Canadian school may give you an edge over those who have studied at foreign schools. But if you have not attended a Canadian school, it may be helpful to get a credential evaluation. Doing so will help employers compare the schools you attended in another country to Canadian schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-meet-requirements-to-work-in-your-field\">2. Meet Requirements to Work in Your Field<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You will require a license to work in some professions in Canada. These are known as regulated professions. And because the education system in Canada may differ from your home country, you may need more training. A credential evaluation will show if your education is equal to that of a Canadian school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some examples of regulated jobs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nursing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical practitioners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dentistry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Law<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursuing higher education can be a good start if you want to change your career. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"rounded-btn border-b-2 border-light-grey bg-off-white lg:grid lg:grid-cols-3 gap-2\">\n    <article class=\"lg:col-span-2 flex flex-col gap-4 p-6 lg:p-12\">\n        <h3 class=\"text-2xl\">Working in Canada | How To Get Your First Job In Canada<\/h3>\n        <p>Are you moving to Canada soon or already here? Do you need to find a job? Would you like to find good resources for finding employment in Canada? If so, join us for a free webinar where you can ask an expert your questions. We&#8217;ll discuss what you can do to make yourself more marketable to potential employers.<\/p>\n                    <a class=\"flex flex-row w-fit gap-2 rounded-btn btn-secondary p-5 transition ease-in-out text-lg font-bold\"\n               href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/webinars\/working-webinar\">REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\" fill=\"none\">\n                    <path\n                        d=\"M13.1752 20.175L14.8248 21.8247L22.6497 13.9999L14.8248 6.17505L13.1752 7.82472L18.1837 12.8332H7V15.1665H18.1837L13.1752 20.175Z\"\n                        fill=\"white\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/a>\n            <\/article>\n    <div class=\"relative lg:col-span-1\">\n                    <video src=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/01\/18123717\/Working_in_Canada_webinar_for_newcomers.mp4\" autoplay loop playsinline muted\n                   class=\"absolute inset-0 h-full w-full object-cover rounded-3xl\"><\/video>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-network-with-others\">3. Network with Others <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Pursuing higher education allows you to meet others who may work in your field. This helps you to grow your professional network and can even help you access the hidden job market. In the hidden job market, you&#8217;ll discover jobs that are not advertised. And because these jobs aren&#8217;t widely posted, it can make your job search easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning is a constant process, and Canadian employers value those who commit to ongoing learning. Focusing on continuous learning can also advance your career. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pathways-to-higher-education-in-canada\">Pathways to Higher Education in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can attend a university, college, or private school.  Or, you can also consider options such as bridging programs and certificate programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-universities\">Universities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Canadian universities are well-respected across the world, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a aria-label=\"University of Toronto (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utoronto.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Toronto<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"McGill University (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mcgill.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">McGill University<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"Queen's University (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.queensu.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Queen&#8217;s University<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"Western University (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uwo.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Western University<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"The University of British Columbia. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ubc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The University of British Columbia.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>University studies develop critical thinking and research skills as students work toward a:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bachelor&#8217;s (undergraduate) degree<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Master&#8217;s (graduate) degree, or<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ph.D. (doctorate) degree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Class sizes tend to be large, with some lecture halls counting hundreds of students. Although you may also attend smaller tutorials or labs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-colleges-and-technical-institutes\">Colleges and Technical Institutes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Colleges and technical institutes offer a range of applied programs that typically prepare you for a career. Students work toward a:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Diploma<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Certificate, or<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applied degree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some colleges also offer apprenticeship training for trades. The hybrid \u201cuniversity college\u201d may also offer undergraduate degrees. Class sizes are typically smaller than in universities. And tuition fees are usually less expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-private-colleges\">Private Colleges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Private career colleges are private businesses that could be either for-profit or non-profit. They do not receive government funding like colleges and universities, and their fees tend to be high. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Private colleges offer certificates and diplomas in fields such as: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Electronics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Health services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>They offer flexible learning schedules, and you can enroll at different times during the year. Training is usually delivered over a short period. Some private schools, including some English language schools, are not regulated by the government. So, make sure to research the school before you pay any fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bridging-programs\">Bridging Programs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Bridging programs are another way to get more education. These programs are delivered in partnership with a college or a university. They tend to focus more on soft skills than hard skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A bridging program can fill the gap between Canadian and foreign education and work experience. And bridging programs offer a faster way to get Canadian experience. Most bridging programs are between six weeks to three months. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-functional-business-programs\">Functional Business Programs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In contrast with other courses, you can also explore certificate programs that relate to your business function, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Marketing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Human Resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Information Technology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supply Chain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>These certificate programs can add to your current skill set or start you on a new career path. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-higher-education-in-canada\">Cost of Higher Education in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuition fees vary depending on the school and program you attend. Fees for universities are higher than colleges. As well, the cost to attend a graduate program is higher than an undergraduate program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost also depends on your immigration status in Canada. Canadian citizens and permanent residents pay domestic tuition fees. Foreign students pay international tuition fees that are more expensive than domestic fees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, consider how costs compare for the full-time MBA program at the University of Toronto:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Domestic tuition fees: $92,000 (CAD)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>International tuition fees: $127,000 (CAD). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Canadian citizens and permanent residents can obtain Government of Canada <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/services\/benefits\/education\/student-aid\/grants-loans.html\">grants and loans<\/a> depending on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The province you live in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Number of dependents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not have to repay grants. However, you have to repay loans within a defined period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re studying as an adult, it may be difficult to attend school full-time and work. So, you may think that returning to school isn&#8217;t viable. However, adding Canadian education to your resum\u00e9 could mean the difference between finding a job in your profession and a \u201csurvival job&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many post-secondary institutions offer part-time and distance education courses geared toward working adults. This allows adults to study and work at the same time. Higher education can help you stand out in a tight job market. Many schools allow you to gain practical work experience through job placement. And most importantly, it may even help you advance your career in Canada.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-helping-your-child-choose-post-secondary-studies\">Helping Your Child Choose Post-Secondary Studies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Post-secondary education is very much self-guided in Canada. Aside from a small number of required courses, students are free to choose what subjects they would like to study. For example, a person working toward a political science degree may take a welding course just because it fits their schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Speak with your child to determine what&#8217;s important to them. Choosing post-secondary education is a big step and your child may need help to navigate the system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply-to-a-post-secondary-school\">How to Apply to a Post-Secondary School<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Each school has its admission process and deadlines. For example, some schools run on a three-semester basis and accept students at the beginning of each semester. However, other schools may follow a yearly schedule with application deadlines in early spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can contact the admissions department and visit school websites to find out what programs they offer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Each school will also have criteria to recognize international academic qualifications. They may also require your academic credentials to be translated and verified. You may have to get your academic credentials assessed through a&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cicic.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">credentials evaluation service<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Because they charge a fee, make sure that the school accepts the assessment from the service you select. This will help you avoid paying extra costs. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the faculty or program you apply to, you may also have to show proof of specific courses. To be eligible to apply for certain programs at the university level, a student must take certain classes in high school. For example, English and Math 12 are usually necessary with a high grade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-provincial-post-secondary-education-grants-and-loans\">Provincial Post-Secondary Education Grants and Loans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.alis.alberta.ca\/ps\/fo\/pay\/loans-grants.html\">Alberta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaidbc.ca\/\">British Columbia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.manitobastudentaid.ca\/\">Manitoba<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.studentaid.gnb.ca\/\">New Brunswick<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.nl.ca\/education\/studentaid\/full-time-students\/assistance-available\/#provincial\">Newfoundland and Labrador<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nwthc.gov.nt.ca\/en\/services\/scholarships\">Northwest Territories<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.studentloans.ednet.ns.ca\/\">Nova Scotia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.nu.ca\/en\/education-and-schools\/student-funding\">Nunavut<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/osap.gov.on.ca\/OSAPSecurityWeb\/public\/login.xhtml\">Ontario<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.studentloan.pe.ca\/\">Prince Edward Island<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mesrs.gouv.qc.ca\/en\/aide-financiere-aux-etudes\/\">Quebec<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.saskatchewan.ca\/residents\/education-and-learning\/student-loans\">Saskatchewan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.education.gov.yk.ca\/student-funding.html\">Yukon<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-additional-resources\">Additional Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>For more information about education in Canada, check out these sites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.educanada.ca\/\">EduCanada<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cicic.ca\/870\/identify-specific-postsecondary-academic-programs-of-interest-in-canada.canada\">Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.univcan.ca\/\">Universities Canada<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.collegesinstitutes.ca\/\">Colleges and Institutes Canada<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nacc.ca\/\">National Association of Career 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