Studying in Canada

International students planning to come to Canada for the purpose of study are required to obtain a study permit prior to coming to Canada. Foreign nationals from certain countries and territories also require a temporary resident visa (TRV) to enter Canada. A study permit is not needed if you want to take short-term courses or programs of study of six months or less. If you are from a non-visa-exempt country, you must have a valid visitor visa. (https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html) Foreign nationals from certain countries and territories also require a temporary resident visa (TRV) to enter Canada. Students who do not require a visa will likely require an electronic travel authorization (eTA). For more information on the eTA and visas, consult www.cic.gc.ca.
All international students should consult both the web resources listed in this section as well as the Canadian diplomatic mission within their home country to ensure they are submitting the proper documentation to study in Canada.
There are opportunities for international students to work during their studies on and off campus and through the Co-op Work Permit Program. In addition, the Post Graduation Work Permit Program provides work opportunities upon graduation for students who have graduated from participating Canadian institutions.
International students may be interested in learning about how they might immigrate to Canada permanently. A variety of options and programs may be available to students after completing their studies in Canada.
https://www.international.gc.ca/education/study-etudier.aspx?lang=eng

List of recognized agencies in Canada for the assessment of foreign credentials

The following recognized agencies are members of the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada, and are authorized to conduct and validate academic assessments of foreign credential for the purpose of satisfying Treasury Board of Canada qualification standards for employment in the core public administration:

Comparative Education Service (University of Toronto – School of continuing studies)
International Credential Evaluation Service (British Columbia Institute of Technology)
International Qualifications Assessment Service (Alberta)
Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et Intégration du Québec
International Credential Assessment Service of Canada
World Education Services – Canada