Study in Canada
Tuition, visas, work rights, and settlement options explained.
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Canada is one of the most structured destinations for international students, but it only works well when it is planned as a pathway rather than a last-minute decision. What many people do not realise is that studying in Canada is not just about the country itself. Province choice, city choice, and course type all affect cost, work opportunities, and long-term outcomes. Cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Halifax offer very different costs of living and job markets. For students moving with dependants, planning needs to factor in housing size, schooling, childcare, and realistic monthly expenses. Canada rewards students who plan properly, and it can be very expensive for those who do not.
This page helps you understand what studying in Canada looks like, financially and practically, before you commit.
This page helps you decide:
- Which provinces make sense for your budget and goals
- Whether Canada fits your family or solo plans
- What real monthly living costs look like
- How to structure your finances correctly from the start
- Whether Canada is the right long-term choice for you
Who canada is best for
Solo students
Solo students who want a strong post-study work route and real job-market options
Students with dependants
Students with dependants who want clearer family planning (schools, housing, childcare, budgets)
Career switchers
Career-switchers who want a strategic course choice that aligns with employability
Long-term settlement seekers
Budget planners who want transparency on real Canada costs before paying deposits
What it actually costs
Tuition range
Tuition public universities (especially Canada): CAD $18k–$35k/year. Private institutions may differ. Some programs (especially engineering) can cost more.
Proof of funds
Proof of funds: Varies by province but at least CAD $10k–$20k/year proof of living expenses beyond tuition. Families need more.
Visa fees
Visa fees: Approx CAD $150–$235
Living cost estimates
Living costs: Typically CAD $1,000–$2,000/month depending on city, rent level, and whether you live with others
Note: We'll confirm your exact budget based on your city, school, and family size during your consultation.
Key things to note
- Provinces and living: Choosing planning tools here when you consolidate on Ontario-based schools vs prairies (ex: Ontario vs BC vs Prairie schools)
- Dependants: If bringing children, partner or spouse, you can switch-track depending on your visa stream. Costs go up substantially
- Post-study work: Canada's post-grad work permit can vary between 8-month to three-year depending on program length vs visa processes
- Plan details matter: Canada can get super fast or very slow-paced based on the right choice(s). Can't stress enough pre-planning makes all the difference
Schools / regions
Provinces matter in Canada. We'll help you decide based on:
- Cost of living
- Family considerations
- Specific schools
- North Prairies
- Long-term career options
How Shuri supports you end-to-end
Timeline:
Profile review (budget, background, dependants, timelines)
Country and school pathway planning
Document and application support
Visa readiness and submission guidance
Pre-departure planning (housing, guidance and initial plan)
Profile review (budget, background, dependants, timelines)
Country and school pathway planning
Document and application support
Visa readiness and submission guidance
Pre-departure planning (housing, guidance and initial plan)
Are you ready to plan this properly?
We help you choose the right country, school and pathway based on your real situation.
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