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SURREY
VICTORIA
WINNIPEG
Canadian Mennonite University
MONTREAL
Concordia University
- John Molson School of Business
HALIFAX
Dalhousie University
SURREY
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
Memorial University of Newfoundland
WINNIPEG
CHARLOTTETOWN
University of Prince Edward Island
PETERBOROUGH
Trent University
VICTORIA
University of Victoria
WINDSOR
University of Windsor
NEWMARKET
York University
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
MONTREAL
CHARLOTTETOWN
HALIFAX
PETERBOROUGH
WINDSOR
NEWMARKET
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Canadians enjoy a standard of living among the highest
in the world. A wide range of cultural activities are also
available, including museums, galleries, live theatre,
dance and music performances, and concerts.
Canadians place great importance
on learning, and have developed a
first-rate education system with high
standards. The country spends more
on education (as a percentage of GDP)
compared to the OECD average, and
is second highest among G8 countries.
For nine consecutive years (1994-
2002), a United Nations survey found
Canada to be among the top three
places in the world to live. Canada
earned particularly high marks for
its access to education, high life
expectancy (due to a universal health
care system), and low crime and
violence rates. In addition, Canada’s
largest cities, Vancouver, Toronto and
Montreal, have been recognized as
world class cities in which to live and
work, for their cleanliness and safety,
and for their cultural activities
and attractive lifestyles.
Canadians enjoy a standard of living
that is among the highest in the world.
A wide range of cultural activities are
also available, including museums,
galleries, live theatre, dance and music
performances, and concerts.
Canada has traditionally been a country
of immigrants and has a policy of
encouraging multicultural diversity.
In this vibrant setting, different
perspectives are respected and
learning together is encouraged.
Almost all of the world’s ethnic groups
are represented in Canada. As a result,
most ethnic foods and recreational
activities associated with specific
cultures are available in Canada.
Organized clubs, informal clubs and
associations representing a multitude
of ethnic backgrounds are also easily
accessible.
All major urban centers have a variety
of shopping malls, restaurants,
theatres, art galleries and museums.
Canadian cities provide numerous
parks, gardens and beaches for public
use, as well as excellent sports and
recreation facilities.
Students who come to Canada will
witness one of the most beautiful,
natural environments in the world.
Canada is considered to be a relatively
peaceful, safe and orderly country.
International students who come
to Canada should follow the same
common sense safety precautions
as they would anywhere in the world.
Canada is a stimulating environment
in which to do business and to
learn, thanks to the contributions of
many bright and talented scientists,
researchers and entrepreneurs.
The country is an international
leader in computer and information
technologies and has a reputation
for excellence in such sectors as
telecommunications, transportation
and engineering; and specifically,
aerospace, urban transport,
microelectronics, medical devices,
advanced software, hydroelectric
and nuclear power, lasers and
opto-electronics, biotechnology,
food and beverage processing,
geomatics; and ocean and
environmental industries.
For more information, visit:
www.studyincanada.com
GAC Pathway Universities Handbook 2013