Top reasons to study in Canada!
Schools, universities, and colleges in Canada are renowned for their educational excellence.
- A degree from a Canadian university or college is internationally recognized and considered equivalent to a degree from an American university.
- Canadian tuition rates are also low, and given the U.S.-Canada currency exchange rate, Canadian rates are a great deal.
- Canadian schools are at the forefront of the information technology revolution, ensuring that their students are equipped for the 21st century.
- It is safe, and the pace of life is manageable.
- In Canada you will find great schools in world-class cities, serene settings on the Great Lakes, near the ocean, or close to the mountains.
- Canada is well known for the beauty of its natural settings, but it is also famous for its cosmopolitan and multicultural cities brimming with ethnic foods, great entertainment, cultural events, and sports.
Planning to live in Canada?
General information and advice to enjoy your Canadian experience!
Are you planning to live with a Canadian host family? The advice below will help you to have an enjoyable experience with your host family abroad!
First day
Upon arrival, you will likely be very tired, and speaking in English or French with your Canadian family could be difficult.
Don't worry, your family knows that. Don't try to speak about too complicated subjects: instead of that, try to speak about where you come from, your family...
You will have plenty of time during the rest of your stay to have long conversations with your Canadian host family.
Canadian host families
Canada is a multicultural country: Canadian citizens come from many countries. Even if they are not Canadian natives, they will speak with you in English or French, depending on the location of your stay.
The nuclear family is not as common as before: you may be with a divorced parent for example. Almost all women work in Canada.
Even if this is different from your own family, you must try to adapt yourself: Be open-minded!
Canadian Room
You may have to share your room with another foreign student, usually from a different country. This will be something you will know before departure. Also, in some Canadian houses, rooms can be small: if you don't have enough room for your things, tell to your Canadian family: and they will indicate you a place to put your things!
Washing clothes
Ask to your Canadian host family when they do your laundry, so you can give your clothes. Offer to do your own laundry if they show you how the machine works.
Bathroom
You will have to share the bathroom with the other members of the family. Try not to use it for more than 15 minutes. Ask your Canadian host family which time is the best for you to take your shower. Bring your own products (shampoo, soap...).
Sundays
Sunday is a relaxing and religious day in Canada. Your family will be pleased if you accept to accompany them to church.
Household
In Canada, cleaning is made on weekends. Since women work, all family members participate in the house chores. As a host, you will be expected to do little chores on a daily basis: make your bed, and keep your things tidy. Offer to dress up the table, and after eating help to clean up.
Talk to Nacel now
Pretty cool, isn't it? Learn French or English in Canada. We have the right program for you:
- High School Abroad in Canada
- Homestay Immersion in Canada
- Summer camps in Canada
- Language Schools in Canada
Contact Nacel now, we're here to help you every step of the way.