First of all, the education system is quite different because of the different culture. The western education focuses on practice while the east prefers knowledge. In Canadian schools, students have a variety of course options and will graduate after they finish all credits. Classes are small in size ensuring that students can be involved in discussions and communication with classmates and instructors.

Canadian schools encourage students to participate in various activities. Vancouver is well known around the world for its beauty and it offers an abundance of natural and cultural attractions. With 32 branches, the Vancouver public library system provides a spectacular study environment. Canadian students enter university after they graduate from high school. Admission to Canadian universities for Chinese students is highly competitive. Canadian colleges offer opportunities to international students to study English and university transfer programs as well. The colleges represented by offer recognized professional certificate programs and associate degree programs to international students.

Q. Can international students apply for scholarship?

Canadian universities and colleges offer scholarships to international students according to their academic performance every year.

Q. Why do international students prefer homestay?

Many international students prefer to live in Canadian families which provide a bedroom, a bathroom and other facilities. The cost is about C$700 per month. It encourages the students to practice English and understand the life style of Canadian families. The Student Visa Department of COIBS will help select suitable families free of charge.

Q. What about Public transportation in Vancouver?

As one of the best in North America, the public transportation system in Vancouver is well organized and developed. It offers a convenient bus system, the Skytrain and ferries. Students pay half-price for fare cards.

Q. What about medical insurance in Canada?