Canada has consistently ranked among the top study abroad destinations in the world. It is home to a world class education system and has been applauded and awarded for its education time and again. But that is not the only upside of studying in Canada. Apart from a stellar education system, the country is home to some of the best cities in the world.
Canada is one of the most renowned countries in the world. Besides being known for its natural beauty, it is celebrated for the quality of education it offers to students. Every year, innumerable students migrate to Canada to avail an excellent education from the Universities in Canada.
The Canadian government has also been focusing on encouraging educational tourism in the country through its multiple scholarship programs. In addition to this, there are ample job opportunities that are made available for students passing out of Canadian universities. In this blog, we will discuss some of the best cities in Canada to live and study, that are home to some of the top Canadian universities.
Many of us wonder which city would be one of the best cities for international students in Canada. Living in a new country is not easy. Adjusting and adapting to a new place can be really daunting. However, adequate knowledge and information about a place can make things easy and simple. It is important for the students to know about the cost of living in Canada, cities of Canada that are apt for their livelihood, and more.
So, read the full article to know about the best cities for international students in Canada, with almost details you should be knowing beforte moving to Canada.
1). Toronto || Ontario
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| Toronto City |
21% of students who study in the Toronto City hail from foreign countries. Toronto is the cultural hub of Canada that is known for its historical monuments, food festivals, and art.
Toronto is the capital of Ontario, with towering skyscrapers, and a cosmopolitan crowd.
The University of Toronto is perhaps the best in Canada and known worldwide for its stellar placement records. In comparison to Montreal, Toronto, which ranks 11th in the world, has three universities placed in QS World Ranking. Some other highly acclaimed universities in the city are Ryerson University, York University, Humber College, Centennial College, Seneca College and others.
Situated on the banks of Lake Ontario is the major city of Toronto that has an estimated population of around 6 million. Toronto is considered to be one of the most multicultural places in the world.
Safety:
In terms of safety, Toronto has a score of 80% on the safety index. While crimes like scams are rare in the city, one needs to beware of online scams nothing much to worry.
Monthly Cost of Living:
Apartment Rent (1 Bedroom)- CA$ 900 to CA$ 2,000
3-Course Meal- CA$ 75
Transportation- CA$ 103
Employment Opportunities:
The average base salary for a part-time job in Canada is CA$14/hr. In addition, there are many good post-degree jobs available as well, the placements for which happen in the campus itself. Mainly, The city provides fairly good employment opportunities to the students.
Popular Universities in Toronto:
- University of Toronto
- York University
- Ryerson University
- Seneca College
- Humber College
- And Many More
2). Montreal || Quebec
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| Montreal City |
Around 4 lakh students go to Montreal every year for a quality education. This city is a home to many universities, like McGill University, which has a world ranking of 25.
The unique part about this city is that despite Canada being a mostly English-speaking country, Quebec is a French-speaking province, and hence, natives speak French in Montreal. If you are a cultural person, Montreal is rich in culture, traditions, and celebrations. In comparison to Toronto, where 21% of students study at high ranking educational institutions, Montreal has over 27% of students studying in the same.
Safety:
Montreal is one of the safest places in the country for foreigners; you can travel alone at any time of the day; be it early morning or late night without worrying about your safety. It has also ranked in the world’s 17th most safest city.
Monthly Cost of Living:
Apartment Rent (1 Bedroom)- CA$ 700-1000
3-Course Meal- CA$ 60
Transportation- CA$ 85
Employment Opportunities:
Montreal has a lot of job opportunities for students. It has a large number of companies investing in different industrial sectors. In recent years, the city has experienced tremendous growth in employment rates.
Popular Universities in Montreal:
- McGill University
- Université de Montréal
- École Polytechnique de Montréal
- HEC Montréal
- École de Technologie Supérieure
- And Many More
3). Vancouver || BC
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| Vancouver City |
Vancouver is among the most expensive cities of Canada. However, it ranks 17th among the student-friendly cities of the world. The city is known for its spellbound natural beauty and pleasant environment. Some of the factors that make Vancouver one of the best cities for international students in Canada have been mentioned below.
Vancouver is one of the stunning cities in the world, surrounded by beautiful mountains and the picturesque Pacific Ocean. Popularly known as the ”Hollywood of North”, Vancouver is home to Canada’s TV and film production units. This city has a culturally diverse population with 40% of the city made up of immigrants. The city celebrates a number of festivals such as Sikh Vaishakhi parade, festivals related to annual Chinese New Year, Italian Day and more; in this city, you will learn the true meaning of unity in diversity.
Safety:
Personal safety is high in the city. Crimes like shooting, mugging, murders are rare. The city’s low crime rate and complete tolerance for racial, ethnic or religious discrimination make it a safe place for international citizens from around the world to live.
Monthly Cost of Living:
Apartment Rent (1 Bedroom)- CA$ 900-2000
3-Course Meal- CA$ 90
Transportation- CA$ 120
Employment Opportunities:
The city provides a plethora of employment opportunities for the students. The jobs are interesting. The salary packages are good. The work environment is also supportive.
Popular Universities in Vancouver:
- University of British Columbia
- Simon Fraser University
- University Canada West
- Vancouver Island University
4). Quebec City || Quebec
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| Quebec City |
Quebec City, the capital of the Canadian province Quebec, has a good number of bilingual residents, proficient in both French and English. It is a very lively city that celebrates lots of festivals. The biggest festival is the Winter Carnival, during which many winter sports are organized.
Quebec is a beautiful, historic province full of stunning architecture and top-quality educational institutions for students. Quebec City is a major attraction for students in the region owing to its stellar academics and fantastic business opportunities. It is a French Speaking city with an upside for students for are fluent in the language. On the other hand, if you are looking to gain a PR in Canada, Quebec is the best place for you owing to its easy PR process. Quebec is also comparatively less expensive as compared to other major cities but has equal opportunities for one and all.
Safety:
Quebec City is an extremely safe zone. Quebec City is very inclusive and respectful to all religions, races and genders. The overall crime rate is among the lowest in entire North America.
Monthly Cost of Living:
Apartment Rent (1 Bedroom)- CA$ 500-700
3-Course Meal- CA$ 60
Transportation- CA$ 88
Employment Opportunities:
Job opportunities could be limited if you are not fluent in speaking both English and French. However, you will find plenty of jobs in the field of IT, medicine architecture in the Quebec province, primarily in Montreal.
Popular Universities in Quebec City:
- Laval University
- Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS)
- TÉLUQ University
- Champlain College
- Collège CDI
5). Ottawa || Ontario
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| Ottawa City |
Ottawa is the capital of Canada. It is one of the friendliest and diverse cities both nationally and internationally. According to QS surveys, Ottawa is one of the best student-friendly cities of the world, which has a lively and diverse student environment. The city is celebrated for its winter sports, like skiing and skating.
Safety:
Being the capital, the city assures one thing, that is safety. Ottawa is considered the safest city among all major cities in Canada. Even crime rates in Ottawa are very low.
Monthly Cost of Living:
Apartment Rent (1 Bedroom)- CA$ 1,000
3-Course Meal- CAD 77
Transportation- CAD 109
Employment Opportunities:
Ottawa has the largest tech park and federal employment node in Canada offering 586,000 jobs to its students.
According to Statcan, Ottawa has seen a constant stage of employment rate being 65.6% for the year 2019.
Popular Universities in Ottawa:
- University of Ottawa
- Dominican University College
- Carleton University
6). Edmonton || Alberta
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| Edmonton City |
Safety:
The fact is that cities often have crime. However, many of the reports of problems in Edmonton are exaggerated, and both travelers and residents of the city maintain that overall it is a safe city. The city is very inclusive and accepts people of all races, religions and genders. The community is very diverse and friendly.
Monthly Cost of Living:
Apartment Rent (1 Bedroom)- CA$ 965
3-Course Meal- CAD 83
Transportation- CAD 106
Employment Opportunities:
Job opportunities in Alberta have been rising consistently for the past few years. Graduate students for specific fields like IT, architecture, Engineering and Medicine have the highest probability of finding a job in Alberta.
Popular Universities in Edmonton:
- Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
- University Of Alberta
- King's University
- Concordia University
- MacEwan University
7). Victoria || BC
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| Victoria City |
Safety:
In 2018, 90% of respondents said they felt safe in Victoria City during daylight hours. In 2020, just 92% said they felt safe under the same conditions. Overall its safe to live in the city if you be cautious.
Monthly Cost of Living:
Apartment Rent (1 Bedroom)- CA$ 900-CA$ 1,500
3-Course Meal- CAD 90
Transportation- CAD 120
Employment Opportunities:
The job opportunities are quite good in the city of Victoria and would be lot beneficial if you have a degree from the province of BC for having a higher package per annum.
Popular Universities in Edmonton:
- University of Victoria
- Royal Roads University
- Pearson College
- St. Michaels University School
Conclusion:
As aspiring students, international students like you will need to consider many factors before choosing the city or university where you wish to pursue your higher education. This article gives you an overview of the best cities to study in Canada. Factors like safety, the monthly cost of living, employment opportunities and top universities in each city have been discussed at length in this blog.
- Before you leave wait a minute. As you read the whole article right above I think I might have gave you a clear idea about the best cities in Canada for an international student, by providing even the little info that can help you during your study there. So did you you find anything little bit helpful to you by reading the article?
- If yes, do comment down and even let me know if I missed something. And hit me up if you wanna know about some other place too. Suggestions are always welcomed.
POSTED BY : HATIM PAREKH
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