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How do I study in Canada?

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Canada provides the opportunity to gain a world-class education in a multi-cultural setting, making it a rewarding decision. To study in Canada as an international student, you need to apply for a study permit:1. Enroll at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). 2. Get your documents ready, including proof of acceptance, proof of identity, and proof of financial support. 3. Apply for a student permit online or via mail. 4. Prepare for arrival once your student permit has been approved. You will need to have the following documents:Passport and travel documents, including a letter of introductionValid eTA or temporary resident visaValid letter of acceptance from a schoolProof of funds to support yourself in Canada Any other letters of referenceProof of leaving Canada at the end of your stayPlanning to study in Canada? Check out the following resources:How to find student accommodation in CanadaTips for finding work as an international student in CanadaAn international student’s guide to permanent residency in CanadaCanada’s welcoming immigration policies offer many ways for those interested to live, work, study, and settle in Canada. These pathways are often the first step in the journey to eventually becoming Canadian.

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Lucas studied Law in Brazil and Interactive Media Management at Centenial College in Canada. Having gone through the International Student journey first-hand, he knows the hopes, questions, and concerns that many International Students in Canada have. Today Lucas is a Product Lead at Arrive (RBC Ventures), and is extremely passionate about building great products by finding the precise intersection between data, user experience, and business goals.

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Non-Profit/Charitable

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Data Analysis

User Experience

Product Management

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Universidade Tiradentes: L.L.B., Law 2012

Centennial College: Marketing & Business, Interactive Media Management 2019

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• Arrive

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• English
• Portuguese

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Canada Day: 5 newcomers share their wishes for newcomers moving to Canada

Arrive  online

2021-06-30

Lucas Mendonca came to Canada from Brazil in 2017. He had a feeling in his heart that he needed to go to another country, but that was difficult to imagine due to language barriers...

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Holiday wishes from Arrive: Meet Lucas Mendonca

Arrive

2019-12-13

My name is Lucas Mendonca and I’m from Brazil. I moved to Canada as an international student in December 2017. After completing my education, I had the opportunity to intern with Arrive, an RBC Venture.

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Financial planning for your first few months: Lucas’s story

Arrive

2019-07-16

Coming from Brazil, where the official language is Portuguese, I encountered some language barriers once I arrived in Canada. It was difficult for me to converse in English which made it challenging to accomplish essential tasks related to banking or renting an apartment.

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