About CAPS-I
• national non-profit association with a voluntary membership of 130 public
school districts/boards/divisions
• formally incorporated in 2008 to establish standards for the K-12 public
school sector of the industry, advocate for the interests of our members,
provide professional development and promote Canadian public schools
abroad
• members must comply with CAPS-I’s Standards of Practice in 5 areas:
1) Care & Support of Students
2) Homestay Screening & Selection
3) Homestay Monitoring & Support
4) Working with Agents/Partners
5) Program Management
Our members
• are publicly (government) funded educating students in urban, suburban
and rural communities across all 10 provinces
• offer educational programs in English or French with bilingual experiences
available in Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick
• enroll over 32,000 international students in 1 semester or full academic
year programs and over 8,000 in shorter term programs in 2016-2017
• enroll international students in over 1,100 high schools and 1,500
elementary and middle schools each year with the majority beginning their
studies in Grade 10 or 11
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114 members representing
130 school boards/districts/divisions
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1 semester or full academic year enrolment
Short term program enrolment (<4 months)
K-12 Education in Canada
• Kindergarten (5 years) – Grade 11 (in Quebec) or Grade 12 (17/18 years)
• School year starts in September and ends in June
• Students can begin in September or at the start of 2nd semester in February
• Break over Christmas/New Year (2 weeks) and in the Spring (1-2 weeks)
• Linear (8-10 courses all year) vs. semester (4-5 courses each semester)
• 6 hour school day is typical but start and end times vary
Comparing Canada Academically…
In 2015, the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) tested
540,000 Grade 10 (15 year old) students from 72 countries around the globe in
Reading, Math & Science.
• Canada ranked 2nd on the Reading Scale with Ireland in 4th, New Zealand 9th,
Australia 13th, UK ranked 18th and US ranked 19th
• Canada ranked 7th on the Science Scale with New Zealand in 12th, Australia
13th, UK 14th, Ireland 16th and the US 20th.
• Canada ranked 10th on the Math Scale with Ireland 16th, New Zealand 20th,
Australia 21st, UK 24th and the US 34th.
www.oecd.org/pisa/pisa-2015-results-in-focus.pdf
#1 Destination for High School Students
According to the 2017 ICEF Agent Barometer, over 1,000 agents were
surveyed and reported that Canada was the #1 destination for international
students of high school age
• Excellence and choice in educational programs
• Competitively-priced tuition fees ($9,500 - $16,000 CAD/year)
• Limited # of international students in each school
• Comprehensive ‘circle’ of care and support for young students
• Wide variety of extra-curricular activities and clubs
• Authentic, memorable Canadian homestay experience
• Bilingual and multicultural nation
• Pathways & post-secondary partnerships
How CAPS-I Supports the Work of Agents
• 80+% of international students in CAPS-I member schools have been referred
through and supported by an agency or educational consultant abroad
• All members work with agencies / educational consultants
• Trade missions with members offered annually around the globe
• Source & introduce new school district/board partners
• Send out requests for unique educational programs/interests to members
• Provide content for websites, etc. re: education system in Canada, statistics.
• Distribute information to members about events/promotional opportunities
C A N A D AA Wor ld o f Poss ib i l i t i es Awa i ts
ICEF Workshop, Berlin 2018
Diego Sanchez
Manager,
International
Marketing and
Promotion
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+1 514 578-3090
Montreal, QC
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37mi population (2018)
1.7trillion GDP (11th in the world)
3% GDP growth (2017)
9th least corrupt in the world
Largest Cities: Toronto, Montreal,
Vancouver, Ottawa, Calgary,
Edmonton.
22 languages with over 100,000
native speakers in Canada.
Welcometo Canada
Canada is a top-performingcountry in terms of the qualityof its educational system according to the OECD.
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Northwest
Territories
Yukon
Alberta Manitoba
Ontario
Quebec
Newfoundlan
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Labrador
Prince
Edward Island
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Why Canada?
With its world-class talent, breathtaking landscapes and exceptional quality of life, Canada is a welcoming destination for international students looking to study English and French.
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Why Canada?
Canada’s bilingual nature is rooted in our culture and history, making it an ideal place to study English and/or French.
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Socially and financially stable. Ethnically diverse, with large
immigrant populations in many cities. Vibrant art, architecture,
cuisine, lifestyle and culture.
Canada is Safe!
Competitive cost of living and tuition fees compared with other top-
ranking destinations. International Student Buyer Behaviour
Research 2018
Education is Affordable
Consistent high-quality education in all provinces and territories.
Highest rate of adult population with a postsecondary education
among OECD countries.
Excellent Quality
You are Welcomein Canada
Canada continuously strives to be socially inclusive, respect human rights and provide economic opportunities to all Canadians.
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Canadians you may know
From politicians to singers, artists, scientists… Canada has internationally renowned figures who showcase Canadian values and its positive image around the world.
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Languages Canada
represents programs that are
committed to the highest
academic standards, ethical
practice and student
protection.
Languages Canada members
represent approx. 85% of all
English and French
language students in
Canada.
About Us
Languages Canada
Languages Canada is a national, not-for-profit association representing more than 210 English and French member programs from the public and private sector, located in 185 study destinations across the country.
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Private
English
Private
French
Public
English
Public
French
Quality
Assurance
Advocacy
International
Affairs
Community
What We Do
Languages Canada is the only national accreditation body for language education in Canada. We are recognized domestically and internationally as the symbol of excellence and quality assurance for English and French language programs in Canada.
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Student
Services
Accreditation System &QualityAssuranceIndependent accreditation scheme Languages Canada owns the standards. Independent accreditation process conducted by Orion Accreditation Services of Canada.
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Curriculum
Teaching
Staff
Marketing &
Promotion
Student
Admissions
Administration
Student &Educational AgentProtection
eCAP™ assures that every student registered at a
Languages Canada member program will be able to
complete his or her studies. In case of school closure,
students are transferred into a member program at no
additional cost.
Education Completion Assurance Program™ (
eCAP™)
Developed as a complement to eCAP™ in case a
placement under eCAP™ is not possible. Funds from
SEAF would be used to reimburse students who cannot
complete their studies due to circumstances beyond
their control.
Student Education Assurance Fund (SEAF)
All Languages Canada members are committed to student protection. We provide safeguards to protect the investment of our international students as well as our agency partners.
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Where do Studentsfrom come?
150,000 students in Languages Canada member programs in 2017!
10% growth since 2016!
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Students
2017
2016
Total number at LC member
schools
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Weeks
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By Countryof Origin
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16,197
23,533
2017
China
Brazil
20,589Japan
5,130
15,040
Canad
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Korea
12,780Mexico
3,276
3,834
Taiwan
Saudi
Arabia
3,588Colombia
3,181Vietnam
2,791Turkey
15,391
20,747
2016
21,192
5,303
15,172
9,036
3,553
5,990
3,316
1,049
2,902
9,400 students in French programs in 2017
12,632 junior students – 28% increase since 2016
World Student Day!
Over 9,000 students in 15 different cities across the country! Language education in Canada attracts top international students from all over the world to study in communities across our country. We introduce students to Canada’s languages, culture, values and way of life.
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How to find the right
English and French
programs?
With over 210
members and so
many options….
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PortalYour journey to language education in
Canada starts here!
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Questions?
THANK YOU!
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Colleges and Institutes
Canada
CICan Member Colleges
and Institutes in Canada
• Our members are publicly
funded colleges and institutes,
serving students in English and
French in urban, rural and
remote communities all across
Canada.
• 95% of Canada’s population
lives within 50km of a CICan
member campus
See our interactive map
Our members…
Canada’s publicly-funded colleges and institutes work in partnership with local businesses,
communities and industries to offer students the skills they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving
and increasingly international job market.
They specialize in delivering experiential and work-integrated learning opportunities through
innovative, applied and skills-based programming. They offer a full range of credentials and over
10,000 programs.
These include undergraduate certificate,
diploma and applied degree programs,
post-graduate programs of specialization
and even some Master’s degrees.
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100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
350,000
400,000
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College/Cégep Uninersity Other
International Post-Secondary Students in Canada
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
25%35%
41%
Experiential learning is a core element of
virtually all programs offered by colleges and
institutes. This approach to learning enables
graduates to transition to the workforce quickly
and successfully.
9/10 of college and institute
graduates are employed.
Source: National Graduates Survey 2013
They deliver experiential and work-integrated
learning opportuntities…
All college and institute programs are developed
with input from local experts and employers
thanks to Program Advisory Committees.
In 2016-17, they reported 7,300 partnerships
with government the private sector, 65% of
which were SMEs to conduct applied
research projects.
Source: CICan Applied Research Survey 2016-17
They work in partnership with local businesses,
communities and industries…
Colleges and institutes fuel Canadian innovation
through over 400 specialized research centres
and laboratories located in every
province and territory
Over 13,500 students received support
from their college or institute to pursue
an entrepreneurial idea in 2015-16.
Source: CICan Applied Research Survey 2015-2016
They offer innovative, applied and skills-based
programming…
Colleges and institutes offer a huge range of
flexible educational pathways and a constantly
evolving array skills-based credentials to prepare
student for the jobs of tomorrow
CICan members offer over 350
Bachelor degrees and over 750 post-
graduate programs of specialization
Source: collegesinstitutes.ca/our-members/list-of-
degrees/
…and a variety of widely recognized credentials
and flexible points of entry
Popular programs that support some key industries:
Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
and Technician
• Chemical Engineering Technology
• Electrical Engineering Technology
and Technician
• Electro-Mechanical Engineering
Technician
Robotics and Automation
• Automation
• Robotics
• Manufacturing Engineering
Transportation
• Aviation Technology/Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
• Aircraft Turbine Technician
• Marine Engineering and Management
Advanced Manufacturing Agri-Food
Agriculture and Aquaculture
• Agri-Business Management
• Agricultural Management,
Economics and Bio-Resources
• Aquaculture technologies
• Fisheries and Aquaculture
Food Science
• Nutrition and Food Science
• Plant Science
• Food Bioscience
• Food Science Technology
• Horticulture Science
Food Preparation and Distribution
• Food and Nutrition Management
• Nutrition and Food Science
• Food Safety
• Food Technology
• International Food Business
• Food Media
Natural Resources and Clean Tech
Environment
• Environmental Technology
• Environmental Technician
• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Management
Extractives
• Oil and Gas Regulations
• Forest Technology/Forestry
• Urban Forestry
• Mining Engineering
Water
• Water and Wastewater Technician
• Water Quality
• Water Engineering
• Land and Water Management
• Water Conservation and Management
Health and Bio-science Digital TechnologyPrimary Care
• Nursing, Practical Nursing
• Paramedic, Advanced Care
Paramedic
• Health Care Assistant
• Health Care Administration
• Resident and Continuing Care
Pharmaceuticals & Bio-science
• Pharmacy Technology
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Biotechnology
• Bioinformatics
• Biomedical Engineering Technology
Dental
• Dental Hygiene
• Dental Assisting
• Denturism
• Dental Office Administration
Coding and the Web
• Computer Programmer
• Computer Programmer Analyst
• Internet App and Web Development
• Web and Mobile Computing
Digital Media
• Animation 2D/3D
• Game Development/Programming
• Interactive Media Design/Management
• Digital Media, Digital Cinematography
• Graphic Design
Information Technology
• Information Systems Security,
Information Security Management
• Information and Library Technologies
• Computer and Network Technician
• Networking Infrastructure Analyst
Social InnovationBusiness and Commerce
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Commerce
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Public relations
International
• International Business
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Global Studies
• International Development and Project
Management
Social
• Justice and Law
• Social Services
• Early Childhood Education
Popular programs that support some key industries cont:
Pathways
Pathways to/from Public High Schools
• Language schools to high school programs
(short term/summer camp to academic semester or full year program)
• High schools to language programs
(English proficiency exam prep, intensive English or French language
instruction)
• High schools to colleges/institutes/polytechnics and universities
(transition to post-secondary after high school graduation)
Guidance counsellors in all public high schools are available to advise
international students of options available and to support their transition
How Do K-12 Pathway Initiatives Benefit
International Students?
• Encourages students to remain living in their new Canadian community
• Students may benefit from dual-credit courses or designated scholarship $
• Pathway agreements between high schools and post-secondary institutions can
streamline the application process to partner institutions (designated admissions
staff)
• Pathway agreements can ease admission requirements (waive English
proficiency testing under certain circumstances)
• Other initiatives help to pave and ease the way for international students
transitioning from high school to post-secondary (campus tours)
Academic English/University
Preparatory English, Business
English, General English, Group
Programs, IELTS Preparation,
Summer or Winter Activity or
Camp Programs, TOEFL
Preparation, Cambridge Test
Preparation, Youth / Junior
programs
English
Business French, Corporate /
Government language training,
DALF Preparation, DELF
Preparation, French for Specific
Purpose, General French, Group
Programs, Summer or Winter
Activity or Camp Programs, TFI
Preparation, Youth / Junior
programs, University Preparation
French
It all starts with Language Programs!
Academic Pathways
Academic pathways prepare international and domestic students to study in collegeand university, in English or French, in Canada and abroad. Approximately 1/3 of students in Languages Canada member programs continue on to postsecondary programs in Canada.
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Career training
Enter a Canadian private college after
concluding a successful English or French
program
Private Colleges
Hands-on programs
Transition into programs designed to meet the
needs of specific industries and employers.
Over 10,000 programs nationwide
Colleges, Institutes, CEGEPS
and Polytechnics
Transition to/from High Schools
Move from an English or French Program into
a Canadian High School! Or take a certificate
in ESL or FSL after studying in Canada
Secondary Schools
Labor Market
Master’s, PhD
Cutting-edge technology and research.
Canada has a thriving research culture
University
Bachelor’s
Outstanding array of quality-assured programs.
More than 100 universities in Canada
University
See our CICan member program search tool
Launched in October 2012 at ICEF Berlin Workshop, the Canada Course was created to support educational agencies in providing the best possible advice to international students planning to study abroad in Canada.
Learn why Canada is one of the top study destinations in the world
Acquire comprehensive knowledge of the study options and credentials available in Canada in all areas of education
Get tips about how to best prepare students for living and studying in Canada
Demonstrate knowledge and commitment to Canada to prospective clients (students and their parents) as well as to Canadian education institutions
The CCEA is offered by CAPS-I and Languages Canada in partnership with ICEF and the Canadian Consortium for International Education
Introduction
Section A: About Canada
Section B: Canada’s Systems of Education
Section C: Elementary and Secondary School (K-12) Education
Section D: Language Programmes
Section E: Universities
Section F: Colleges, Cégeps and Polytechnics
Section G: Costs of Studying in Canada and Scholarships
Section H: Applying to Work, Study and Stay in Canada
Section I: Living in Canada
Section J: Promoting Canada
Delivered online in a self-paced, modular format (50 hrs of study are recommended)
Worldwide testing at all ICEF Workshops, plus online at any time
Test format: 42 multiple choice questions in 80 minutes
Candidates with a minimum of 80% correct answers pass the test
No cost to take the course, agents can access content repeatedly
Only a fee of $350 CAD to take the exam (3 attempts) and receive certification
Graduates and agency contact info listed by country at www.icef.com for reference by schools and prospective clients
www.canada-course.ca
Thank You
collegesinstitutes.ca |
collegesinstituts.ca
Andrew Champagne
Marketing & Recruitment Specialist
Bonnie McKie
Executive Director
www.caps-i.ca / www.acep-i.ca
Diego Sanchez
Manager, International Promotion and Marketing
www.languagescanada.ca