International Student Services
Application Requirements:
* The same application process and requirements outlined on the Application form plus the following:
Transcript Evaluation
Foreign Credential Assessment or Transcript Evaluation is the process of converting foreign academic credential to their Canadian (or US) educational equivalents. Here are three Credential Evaluation Services that can be utilized:
World Education Services – Canada
2 Carlton Street, Suite 1400
Toronto, ON M5B 1J3
Telephone: 416-972-0070
Toll Free: 1-866-343-0070
Fax: 416-972-9004
WES-Canada converts foreign secondary and post-secondary educational qualifications into their Ontario equivalents. Document-by-document, course-by-course or customized reports are available for educational, immigration, licensing or employment purposes. Services and assessment reports are available in English and French.
Comparative Education Service
University of Toronto, School of Continuing Studies
158 St. George Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2V8
Telephone: 416-978-2400 ext. 3
Fax: 416-978-2185
Email: ces.info@utoronto.ca
The Comparative Education Service (CES) of the University of Toronto provides assessments of international academic qualifications and compares them to those offered in Canada, which helps employers to better understand its clients' credentials. Evaluates credentials for employment purposes. Services are available in French, but assessment reports are available in English only.
International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS) of Canada
Ontario AgriCentre,
100 Stone Road West, Suite 303
Guelph, ON N1G 5L3
Telephone: 519-763-7282
Toll Free (in Canada): 1-800-321-6021
Fax: 519-763-6964
The International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS) of Canada evaluates all documents at any educational level for assistance with employment, educational or career planning. General, detailed and customized reports are available to meet all needs. Reports are available in English and French.
English Proficiency Exams
If English is not a first language; international students may be required to provide Proof of English Proficiency.
http://www.ets.org/toefl
Study Permit and Consular Assistance Citizenship and Residency Status
Before entering Canada
Before coming to Canada, students must ensure they have the right documents if they are not a Canadian resident or permanent resident of Canada:
Canadian citizen
A Canadian citizen is a person who was born in Canada or who has been granted Canadian citizenship, and will have one of the following documents:
Permanent resident
In Canada, a permanent resident is someone who is not a Canadian citizen but who intends to live in Canada on a permanent basis. Individuals with permanent resident status may enter, live, study, and work in Canada, and will have one of the following documents:
How to Apply for a Study Permit and/or TRV A student who is not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada, must obtain a Study Permit from Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) in order to live and study in Canada for more than six months. A study permit also allows a student to work on the campus where they are registered in full-time studies.
For information about how to apply for a study permit and/or TRV online or by mail, visit the CIC website.
We encourage students to also check the website of the Visa Office in their country or region for applications in person or by mail.
Please Apply early!
The issuance of a Study Permit and TRV (if required) can take several weeks (or in some cases, several months). Be diligent about the paperwork required and please verify the application processing time on the website of the visa office or on the CIC website.
Letter of introduction
Once a study permit application is accepted, students will receive a letter of introduction advising of the decision. In some cases, a TRV will also be included in the passport enclosed with this letter.
Documents required
In order to apply for a study permit, students will need the following documents:
Housing Support Services Moving to Toronto will require students to locate suitable accommodations, preferably close to campus. As The Create Institute does not have a Residence or on-campus housing, we can provide list of accommodations via links below, which are generally shared apartments, rooms in private homes.
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Short Term Temporary Housing
If you arrive in Toronto and do not have a place to stay, consult Traveler's Aid at the Toronto Airport to find temporary housing. You may also speak with the Airport Reception Service, operated by CBIE, if you are arriving during their period of operation. You can also contact the guest houses or hostels listed below in advance to reserve a room. Once you have a temporary place to live, you will be able to look for appropriate permanent housing.
Leslieville Home Hostel
185 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON Canada M4M 3C6
$100*/wk, $300*/mth - dormitory
$195*/wk, $585*/mth - single
$250*/wk, $750*/mth - double
Kitchen & laundry facilities
Telephone: 416 461-7258
Email: leslieville@sympatico.ca
Hostelling International Toronto
76 Church St (North of King Street), Toronto, ON M5C 2G1
$24-27* per night dormitory style
$75.76* per night double
Less with $25 membership
Telephone: 416.971.4440
Email: toronto@hihostels.ca
Website: http://www.hihostels.com
Global Village Backpackers
460 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 1L7
$29*per night - dormitory style
$75-$76* per night - private double
Telephone: 416-703-8540
Email: info@globalbackpackers.com
Website: http://globalbackpackers.com/
Clarence Castle
8 Clarence Square (one block north of Front & Spadina), Toronto, Ontario M5V 1H1
Telephone: 416.260.1221
Email: info@clarencecastle.com
Website: http://clarencecastle.com
Planet Traveler
357 College Street, Toronto, Ontario M5T 1S5
Telephone: 647.352.8747
Email: planettravelerhostel@gmail.com
Website: http://theplanettraveler.com
Backpackers on Dundas
126 Chestnut Street, Toronto, ON
Telephone: (416) 599 7225
Email: info@backpackersondundas.com
Website: http://backpackersondundas.com
Best Western Primrose Hotel Downtown Toronto
111 Carlton Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2G3
Telephone: (416) 977-8000
Campus Common
50 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, On
Tel: 416-593-1800
Neill-Wycik Student Co-Op and Hotel
96 Gerrard Street East, Toronto
College Hostels
280 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2L9
Tel: (416) 929-4777
Email: info@collegehostel.com
Canadian Backpackers Hostel
42 Widmer Street, Toronto
www.canadianalodging.com/
Hi Toronto Hostels
76 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario
Tel: 416-971-4440 / 1-877-848-8737
Email: Toronto@hihostels.ca
Medical Insurance
All international students studying in Ontario must be covered by a health insurance plan. As an international student, you are not covered under the provincial health care plan, and must arrange for private health insurance coverage. Medical Insurance will cover the costs of services such as seeing a doctor, hospital stays and treatment, examinations and emergency services. Individuals without insurance requiring medical assistance can be responsible for $1000's of dollars in out-of-pocket expenses, so make sure you have coverage while abroad. You can choose to arrange for your own Medical Insurance coverage from home, or from any insurance provider. You must provide proof that you are covered with Health Insurance for the duration of your studies at The Create Institute.
Ingle International or call 416-730-8488 (or toll-free at 1-800-360-3234) to speak with a customer service representative.
Student Support Services:
The Create Institute directors, administrative office and faculty work diligently to ensure the success of every student, in conjunction with all members of staff, faculty and management. The Create Institute staff support and encourage the academic, professional and personal development of the student body, advocating for the rights of students, and ensuring that students are aware of what their responsibilities are. Student Services supports students with care, dignity and respect as they pursue their educational goals.
The Create Institute directors, administrative office and faculty is responsible to facilitate academic support and assistance regarding student concerns and appeals, and to provide continuing educational opportunities for the entire student population.
* The same application process and requirements outlined on the Application form plus the following:
Transcript Evaluation
Foreign Credential Assessment or Transcript Evaluation is the process of converting foreign academic credential to their Canadian (or US) educational equivalents. Here are three Credential Evaluation Services that can be utilized:
World Education Services – Canada
2 Carlton Street, Suite 1400
Toronto, ON M5B 1J3
Telephone: 416-972-0070
Toll Free: 1-866-343-0070
Fax: 416-972-9004
WES-Canada converts foreign secondary and post-secondary educational qualifications into their Ontario equivalents. Document-by-document, course-by-course or customized reports are available for educational, immigration, licensing or employment purposes. Services and assessment reports are available in English and French.
Comparative Education Service
University of Toronto, School of Continuing Studies
158 St. George Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2V8
Telephone: 416-978-2400 ext. 3
Fax: 416-978-2185
Email: ces.info@utoronto.ca
The Comparative Education Service (CES) of the University of Toronto provides assessments of international academic qualifications and compares them to those offered in Canada, which helps employers to better understand its clients' credentials. Evaluates credentials for employment purposes. Services are available in French, but assessment reports are available in English only.
International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS) of Canada
Ontario AgriCentre,
100 Stone Road West, Suite 303
Guelph, ON N1G 5L3
Telephone: 519-763-7282
Toll Free (in Canada): 1-800-321-6021
Fax: 519-763-6964
The International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS) of Canada evaluates all documents at any educational level for assistance with employment, educational or career planning. General, detailed and customized reports are available to meet all needs. Reports are available in English and French.
English Proficiency Exams
If English is not a first language; international students may be required to provide Proof of English Proficiency.
http://www.ets.org/toefl
Study Permit and Consular Assistance Citizenship and Residency Status
Before entering Canada
Before coming to Canada, students must ensure they have the right documents if they are not a Canadian resident or permanent resident of Canada:
- Student Authorization / Study Permit: A prospective student who intends to study in Canada for longer than six months must obtain a 'Student Authorization' or 'Study Permit'. Depending on the country of your citizenship, you may also require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV, or 'entry visa') that will be placed on a page of a passport at the time the study permit application is approved. The TRV allows students to enter Canada, while the study permit allows students to study in Canada.
- Temporary Resident Visa (TRV): If a student intends to study in Canada for less than six months, the student may enter Canada as a visitor and a study permit is not required. However, depending on the country of citizenship, a Temporary Resident Visa might be required to obtain. Information on how to apply for a TRV can be found on the CIC website.
- Medical Exam: Medical examinations are not required based on the country of citizenship, but rather by the country or territory in which a student has resided or stayed temporarily for six or more consecutive months in the year immediately preceding the date they are entering Canada. Please refer to the CIC website for more information about medial exams.
Canadian citizen
A Canadian citizen is a person who was born in Canada or who has been granted Canadian citizenship, and will have one of the following documents:
- Canadian birth certificate
- Canadian citizenship card
- Canadian passport
Permanent resident
In Canada, a permanent resident is someone who is not a Canadian citizen but who intends to live in Canada on a permanent basis. Individuals with permanent resident status may enter, live, study, and work in Canada, and will have one of the following documents:
- Permanent Resident Card (PRC)
- Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292)
How to Apply for a Study Permit and/or TRV A student who is not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada, must obtain a Study Permit from Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) in order to live and study in Canada for more than six months. A study permit also allows a student to work on the campus where they are registered in full-time studies.
For information about how to apply for a study permit and/or TRV online or by mail, visit the CIC website.
We encourage students to also check the website of the Visa Office in their country or region for applications in person or by mail.
Please Apply early!
The issuance of a Study Permit and TRV (if required) can take several weeks (or in some cases, several months). Be diligent about the paperwork required and please verify the application processing time on the website of the visa office or on the CIC website.
Letter of introduction
Once a study permit application is accepted, students will receive a letter of introduction advising of the decision. In some cases, a TRV will also be included in the passport enclosed with this letter.
Documents required
In order to apply for a study permit, students will need the following documents:
- Letter of acceptance: This letter is signed by an officer of The Create Institute and proves that you have been accepted.
- Passport: Students must have a valid passport and/or official government-issued identification. If a passport will be expiring during the first year of study, please renew it before applying for a study permit.(They cannot issue a Study Permit for a duration longer than the expiration date of a passport)
- Proof of custodianship (may be required for students under 19 years of age)
- Medical exam and criminal history if applicable
- Check on the CIC website for details before applying.
- Proof of funds: Students are required need to demonstrate that they can cover the cost of one year in Canada (including tuition and living expenses) by bringing a bank statement for the past four months, savings account passbook, bank draft, or other proof that indicates sufficient funds.
Housing Support Services Moving to Toronto will require students to locate suitable accommodations, preferably close to campus. As The Create Institute does not have a Residence or on-campus housing, we can provide list of accommodations via links below, which are generally shared apartments, rooms in private homes.
ViewIt
Gottarent
TorontoRentals
Zolo
Short Term Temporary Housing
If you arrive in Toronto and do not have a place to stay, consult Traveler's Aid at the Toronto Airport to find temporary housing. You may also speak with the Airport Reception Service, operated by CBIE, if you are arriving during their period of operation. You can also contact the guest houses or hostels listed below in advance to reserve a room. Once you have a temporary place to live, you will be able to look for appropriate permanent housing.
Leslieville Home Hostel
185 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON Canada M4M 3C6
$100*/wk, $300*/mth - dormitory
$195*/wk, $585*/mth - single
$250*/wk, $750*/mth - double
Kitchen & laundry facilities
Telephone: 416 461-7258
Email: leslieville@sympatico.ca
Hostelling International Toronto
76 Church St (North of King Street), Toronto, ON M5C 2G1
$24-27* per night dormitory style
$75.76* per night double
Less with $25 membership
Telephone: 416.971.4440
Email: toronto@hihostels.ca
Website: http://www.hihostels.com
Global Village Backpackers
460 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 1L7
$29*per night - dormitory style
$75-$76* per night - private double
Telephone: 416-703-8540
Email: info@globalbackpackers.com
Website: http://globalbackpackers.com/
Clarence Castle
8 Clarence Square (one block north of Front & Spadina), Toronto, Ontario M5V 1H1
Telephone: 416.260.1221
Email: info@clarencecastle.com
Website: http://clarencecastle.com
Planet Traveler
357 College Street, Toronto, Ontario M5T 1S5
Telephone: 647.352.8747
Email: planettravelerhostel@gmail.com
Website: http://theplanettraveler.com
Backpackers on Dundas
126 Chestnut Street, Toronto, ON
Telephone: (416) 599 7225
Email: info@backpackersondundas.com
Website: http://backpackersondundas.com
Best Western Primrose Hotel Downtown Toronto
111 Carlton Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2G3
Telephone: (416) 977-8000
Campus Common
50 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, On
Tel: 416-593-1800
Neill-Wycik Student Co-Op and Hotel
96 Gerrard Street East, Toronto
College Hostels
280 Augusta Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2L9
Tel: (416) 929-4777
Email: info@collegehostel.com
Canadian Backpackers Hostel
42 Widmer Street, Toronto
www.canadianalodging.com/
Hi Toronto Hostels
76 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario
Tel: 416-971-4440 / 1-877-848-8737
Email: Toronto@hihostels.ca
Medical Insurance
All international students studying in Ontario must be covered by a health insurance plan. As an international student, you are not covered under the provincial health care plan, and must arrange for private health insurance coverage. Medical Insurance will cover the costs of services such as seeing a doctor, hospital stays and treatment, examinations and emergency services. Individuals without insurance requiring medical assistance can be responsible for $1000's of dollars in out-of-pocket expenses, so make sure you have coverage while abroad. You can choose to arrange for your own Medical Insurance coverage from home, or from any insurance provider. You must provide proof that you are covered with Health Insurance for the duration of your studies at The Create Institute.
Ingle International or call 416-730-8488 (or toll-free at 1-800-360-3234) to speak with a customer service representative.
Student Support Services:
The Create Institute directors, administrative office and faculty work diligently to ensure the success of every student, in conjunction with all members of staff, faculty and management. The Create Institute staff support and encourage the academic, professional and personal development of the student body, advocating for the rights of students, and ensuring that students are aware of what their responsibilities are. Student Services supports students with care, dignity and respect as they pursue their educational goals.
The Create Institute directors, administrative office and faculty is responsible to facilitate academic support and assistance regarding student concerns and appeals, and to provide continuing educational opportunities for the entire student population.