ECE/ECEA Certificate Types in BC Canada
Learn about the types of Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certificates and which one you may qualify for.
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4. Study in Canada
Elementary School,High School,College and University
Study Permit
Study Permit Extension
Renewal of Student Visa
PGWP，International Student Post-graduation Work Permit
Change Condition/Extension
Recognized ECE Training Institutions and Programs in BC
To be certified in B.C. as an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) requires successful completion of an early childhood education training program that is recognized by the ECE Registry, or a program that is deemed equivalent.
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BC Education Guide: List of Post Secondary Programs and Categories
Find Your Path Curious where your education can lead you? Have a dream job and unsure how to get there? Discover post-secondary programs and related careers.
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Public Post-Secondary Institutions in B.C.
Search the institution’s website first! Each school has admissions staff and advisors to support you, but the answers to your questions are often available online.
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The Requirements for Work On or Off-Campus During Your Studies
Whether you choose to work on or off-campus, make sure you understand the requirements. Please note: From November 15, 2022,
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High Refusal Rates on Study Permits, An Issue at Francophone Universities
The application process for international student visas is putting French-language universities at a disadvantage.
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Guide: Study in BC EQA-Designated Institutions
All post-secondary institutions and language schools hosting international students on study permits must have EQA designation.
EQA designation is not required for institutions hosting international students (who do not require study permits) for six months or less.
2022 Statistic: International Students in Canada
international students in Canada
807,750 international students in Canada at all levels of study at the end of 2022
Report: More than 355,000 International Students Became PRs in 3 years
The Department of Immigration said more than 350,000 foreign students were allowed to remain in Canada as permanent residents over the last three years, according to Blacklock’s Reporter. PHOTO BY IMMIGRATION AND REFUGEE CANADA
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Report: Impact of International Students Working Unlimited Hours
Immigration minister estimates 80% of foreign students were working more than 20 hours per week
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Guide: Victoria VIE (SD61) Summer Camp Application Online Form
Camp Victoria runs from July 8 to August 16, 2024. Students may join any Monday within the program dates for a 2, 3, 4, 5 , or 6 week program. Students must be between 12-18 years old (Canadian age) to attend Camp Victoria.
Arrival should be the Sunday prior to the Monday start and departure should be the Sunday after the program end day.
Online Application Instructions – Victoria International Student Programs (SD 61)
On-Line Application Information for Students
Thank you for your interest in our educational programs. Studying and living in Victoria will be a rewarding and enriching experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our community.
RRU Undergraduate Programs for International Students
For Year 1 Entry
The 4-year undergraduate degree option includes English-language upgrading and is designed primarily for international students who have not yet achieved fluency in English.
For Year 3 Entry
(degree completion) Degree completion comprises the final 2 years of a 4-year under- graduate degree. In some programs, the final 2 years can be completed in an accelerated format in as little as 12 months.
Victoria International Education: 2024 Summer Camp Introduction
SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM
Learn English, make new friends and enjoy the many recreational offerings and outstanding natural beauty of Victoria in VIE’s Camp Victoria Summer Program.
Camp Victoria is offered from July 8- August 16, 2024
Students ages 12-18 join Camp Victoria
English language instruction with a focus on using English in everyday settings
Fun, supportive environment for students to improve their English
Class-based ELL learning is combined with local activities
Classroom instruction focuses on developing skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking with emphasis on communicative English for specific purposes.
For group inquiries, please contact Ayase International for more information.
Study permit: Prepare for arrival
Before you arrive, read the pre-departure guide for tips and information about student life in Canada.
To help ensure a smooth arrival in Canada, please check the Canadian Border Service Agency’s information for international students, and download their PDF pamphlet (PDF, 592 KB).
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Study Authorization Extended for Work Permit Holders
Every year, thousands of temporary foreign workers bring their skills to Canada, helping to drive our economy and fill critical labour market gaps. While they play an important role in Canada’s prosperity, foreign workers sometimes face barriers in the types of study programs in which they can enrol to pursue their dreams and create new opportunities.
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Guide: Steps for PGWP Application (Inside & Outside Canada)
You can apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) from inside Canada or from another country, as long as you’re eligible.
You have up to 180 days after you graduate to apply for a PGWP.
When you apply, you must confirm the following:
that you attended and completed your program
the name of your program and
the length of your program
You can confirm these by submitting any of the following:
your degree or diploma
your transcript or
an official letter from your school
If your study permit will expire before you get your marks, you have 2 options. You can
apply for a visitor record to stay in Canada longer or
leave Canada and apply for your PGWP
PGWP Guide: Apply from Outside Canada – Eligibility Criteria
You can apply for a PGWP from outside Canada as long as you’re eligible and you’ve been approved for a study permit. You don’t have to have held a valid study permit at any point during your online studies from outside Canada.
You have up to 180 days after you graduate to apply for a PGWP. When you apply, you must confirm the following:
that you attended and completed your program
the name of your program and
the length of your program
You can confirm these by submitting any of the following:
your degree or diploma
your transcript or
an official letter from your school
You can apply for a PGWP if you
were enrolled in a program that was in progress in March 2020 or
started or will start a program between spring 2020 and summer 2022 and
you have a study permit or
you’ve been approved for a study permit or
you applied for a study permit before starting your study program
Your study permit must eventually be approved.
and you
completed a study program
at a designated learning institution
that was at least 8 months long and
which led to a degree, diploma or certificate
maintained full-time status as a student during each semester of your study program
This doesn’t include your final semester, which can be part-time, or if you took an approved leave from your studies.
If you had to stop studying or change to part-time studies between March 2020 and the fall semester in 2020 because of reasons related to COVID-19, you may still be eligible for a PGWP.
graduated from one of the following:
a public post-secondary institution, such as a college, trade/technical institution, university or CEGEP (in Quebec)
a private post-secondary institution in Quebec that operates under the same rules as public institutions in Quebec
a private or public secondary or post-secondary institution (in Quebec) that offers qualifying programs of 900 hours or longer, that leads to a diploma of vocational studies (DVS), or an attestation of vocational specialization (AVS);
An AVS can be less than 900 hours if combined with a DVS.
a Canadian private institution that is authorized to award degrees under provincial law (for example, an Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree), but only if you’re enrolled in a study program that leads to a degree as authorized by the province, which may not include all programs of study offered by the private institution.