Canadian universities and colleges offer scholarships to international students according to their academic performance every year. Many international students prefer to live in Canadian families which provide a bedroom, a bathroom and other facilities. It encourages the students to practice English and understand the life style of Canadian families. 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.
All international students must purchase health insurance in Canada. This covers basic medical services and emergency hospitalization. Additional medical insurance can be arranged.