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Minor Students (Elementary and Secondary School)
Most K–12 students are exempt from the provincial or territorial attestation letter (PAL/TAL) requirement, but they still need to meet all other study-permit requirements.
Read the full answer →Families must show that they can cover the student's tuition, living expenses and return transportation without relying on unauthorized work in Canada.
Read the full answer →Eligible holders of Hong Kong SAR passports, and eligible Taiwan passport holders whose passport includes a personal identification number, may generally travel to Canada by air with an eTA rather than a visitor visa. An eTA is only a travel document; long-term study still requires a study permit.
Read the full answer →A Custodianship Declaration (IMM 5646) shows that a minor student will have appropriate adult care and support in Canada. Students under 17 who are not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian must name a custodian in Canada and submit IMM 5646 with the study-permit application.
Read the full answer →A custodian acts locally for parents in day-to-day care and as an emergency contact. Duties can include communicating with the school, signing routine school documents, arranging urgent medical care and accompanying the student when necessary.
Read the full answer →Both minor and adult students normally need a study permit for studies longer than six months, but minors may also need custodianship and additional care arrangements.
Read the full answer →Minor Students (Elementary and Secondary School)
Tuition varies substantially by province, school board and school type. Public-school tuition is usually lower than private or boarding-school tuition, but total cost also includes health insurance, accommodation, custodianship, meals, transportation and personal expenses.
Read the full answer →Application timing depends on the province, school board and whether the student is entering in September or mid-year. Many public school boards begin accepting September applications several months in advance, while popular private and boarding schools can have earlier deadlines.
Read the full answer →Ontario and British Columbia generally place students by calendar year of birth, using December 31 rather than September 1 as the age cutoff. The school board may also review transcripts, English readiness and individual assessment results.
Read the full answer →Many public and independent schools provide English-language learning support, but the format, intensity, cost and availability vary by school and district.
Read the full answer →Most elementary and secondary schools do not require IELTS or TOEFL for admission. They usually assess the student's school records and may assess English on arrival to determine appropriate support.
Read the full answer →A change of school can affect the student's DLI information, accommodation and custodianship arrangements. Confirm the required update with IRCC and the receiving school before the move.
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Costs and inclusions vary widely. Compare current written quotes from named providers or schools, including meals, transport, holiday accommodation, custodianship, activities and refund terms; do not treat a city-wide monthly range as a fixed standard.
Read the full answer →Reputable homestay programs, including school-district and third-party programs, commonly require every household member aged 18 or over to complete a criminal record check and a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Read the full answer →International students studying in British Columbia with a valid study permit for six months or longer must enrol in the Medical Services Plan (MSP). The monthly fee is CAD $75.
Read the full answer →Not every province allows international students to join its public health plan. OHIP in Ontario generally does not cover international students, who need private coverage through their school, school district or another accepted provider. Alberta and some other provinces have conditional arrangements with different coverage and waiting periods.
Read the full answer →Often, yes. Provincial coverage may have a waiting period or exclusions, and some schools or districts require private coverage.
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British Columbia's international-student health and wellbeing guidance notes that acculturation stress is often strongest in the first weeks after arrival, not only later in the school year.
Read the full answer →Homesickness and adjustment stress are normal for many international students. They can be stronger or last longer for younger students, students with limited English, or students who need more reassurance and support.
Read the full answer →Report the concern promptly to the school and involve the custodian. Schools normally have reporting and safety procedures, but the right response depends on the seriousness and immediacy of the risk.
Read the full answer →Students can build local connections through orientation, clubs, sports, volunteering, peer-mentor programs and school or community events. The most effective approach is regular participation rather than waiting until loneliness becomes severe.
Read the full answer →Preparation should cover academic expectations, language, daily living skills, wellbeing, accommodation, emergency contacts, finances and realistic communication arrangements.
Read the full answer →Schools and custodianship organizations normally maintain emergency procedures, including emergency-contact lists and communication plans for evacuations or school closures. Families should confirm these procedures and contact methods before enrolment.
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Agree in advance on regular reports about attendance, academics, wellbeing and important school notices, while keeping emergency contacts separate.
Read the full answer →Set a predictable communication routine that respects time zones and the student’s growing independence, while keeping clear emergency-contact arrangements.
Read the full answer →A custodian and homestay provider may be the same person or organization, or may be arranged separately. For example, a custodian may handle legal and emergency matters while a specialist organization arranges homestay.
Read the full answer →Bank policies differ. Some banks allow minors to open an account with a parent, guardian or custodian, while others have different identification or age requirements.
Read the full answer →Schools will usually identify early academic or wellbeing concerns through assessments and teacher observations, then contact the custodian. The custodian is normally the first local coordinator: arranging follow-up such as tutoring or a counselling referral and updating the parents.
Read the full answer →Parents may apply to visit Canada if they meet the applicable visitor-entry requirements. A parent’s visit does not replace the student’s study permit or custodianship arrangements.
Read the full answer →Holiday travel may be possible, but it must comply with school, custodian, airline and border-entry requirements.
Read the full answer →If the current custodian can no longer act because of a move, health issue or another reason, arrange a new eligible custodian promptly. The custodian must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living within a reasonable distance of the student's school and residence, and new custodianship declaration documents must be signed and notarized.
Read the full answer →Yes, but the airline, border officer, school and family arrangements must all be suitable for the student’s age and circumstances.
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Not every applicant needs a medical exam; the requirement depends on the length of study and individual circumstances. If one is required, it must be completed by an IRCC-approved panel physician.
Read the full answer →After receiving an IRCC biometric instruction letter, applicants may book with the Canada Visa Application Centre in Hong Kong or Taipei. Both centres are operated by VFS Global; the Taipei VAC is not an internal unit of the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei.
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