Canada International Student Magazine

✈️2026 Arriving in Canada: A Step-by-Step Airport Guide for International Students

Stepping off the plane in Canada for your academic journey is an exciting milestone! To help you prepare for a seamless arrival, here is your essential step-by-step border clearance breakdown:
🛬 Follow Arrival Signs and Complete Your Declaration
🎓 Receive Your Study Permit at the Airport
🗣️ Answer Questions from the Border Officer
🔍 Check Your Study Permit Before Leaving

👇 Read our full, comprehensive guide for extra safety tips, SIN card applications, and student airport transit options:
👉 https://www.mycism.com/2026/08/2026-arriving-in-canada-a-step-by-step-airport-guide-for-international-students/

🎓 Study in Canada with Entrance Scholarships!

Did you know that some of Canada’s top universities offer entrance scholarships specifically for international students? These awards recognize academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement—and many students are considered automatically when they apply.

These scholarships can make studying in Canada more accessible and rewarding for newcomers planning their post-secondary journey.

📖 Explore the International Entrance Scholarships section in the CISM Student E-Magazine Scholarship section!

Scan the QR code on the final slide to learn more about eligibility, deadlines, and featured universities.
Check out our E-Magazine via the link in our bio. 🔗
https://mag.mycism.com/studnet/

🌟 From Volunteer to Professional: Building Your Future Career in Canada

Building a successful career in Canada involves more than just classroom learning. For international students and newcomers, volunteering provides a high-impact, low-stress environment to practice workplace skills, understand Canadian office culture, and grow a professional network

🔎 Where to find volunteer roles:
- Canadian Blood Services:
https://www.blood.ca/en/ways-donate/volunteer
- Volunteer Canada & Volunteer BC / GoVolunteer
- Local Non-Profits

🔗 Click the link in our bio to read the full guide and explore volunteer portals!　
https://www.mycism.com/2026/08/from-volunteer-to-professional-building-your-future-career/

🩸 Discover Canada’s Biological Lifeline

Established in 1998, Canadian Blood Services is an independent registered charity that plays an essential role in supporting patients and healthcare systems across Canada.

Regulated by Health Canada as a biologics manufacturer, Canadian Blood Services manages Canada’s national blood and plasma supply system, as well as the national public cord blood bank. Its work helps ensure patients can access safe, reliable and high-quality biological products when they need them most.
Every donation, registration and volunteer contribution can help strengthen Canada’s Lifeline and support patients, families and communities across the country.

📖 Explore the Canadian Blood Services section within the CISM Newcomer E-Magazine. Scan the QR code on the final slide to learn more about the available services that CBS provides.

🔗 Check out our E-Magazine through the link in our bio.
https://mag.mycism.com/newcomer/

⚡Build Your Automotive Career in Canada: Explore VCC’s PGWP-Eligible Trades Programs

Vancouver Community College (VCC) offers two practical, career-focused 2-year diploma programs designed to prepare international students for immediate entry into the automotive workforce:

🛻 Automotive Repair and Refinishing Diploma (2 Years)

Focus Areas: Auto body collision repair, surface preparation & refinishing, auto glass, welding, structural sheet-metal repair, and repair estimating.

Career Paths: Auto body technician, refinishing specialist, glass technician, or damage estimator at dealerships and collision repair facilities.

⚙️ High Performance and Custom Engine Technician Diploma (2 Years)

Focus Areas: Gasoline & light-duty diesel engines, electrical & electronic systems, engine management & computer diagnostics, high-performance tuning, hybrid/EV systems, and ADAS.

Career Paths: Automotive service technician, diagnostic specialist, custom engine builder, or EV/hybrid technician.

👇 Read our full article to view detailed admission prerequisites, tuition info, and program structures:
👉 https://www.mycism.com/2026/08/build-your-automotive-career-in-canada-explore-vccs-pgwp-eligible-trades-programs/

Want to explore studying trades at VCC? Contact CISM / FSS today for personalized admission guidance and application assistance! 💬

Discover one of Burnaby’s most vibrant Asian shopping destinations!

Established in 2000, The Crystal Mall is Burnaby’s largest Chinese-Asian shopping centre, bringing together over 200 stores and services in the heart of Metrotown.
Explore a lively public market, a popular Asian food court, restaurants and cafés, specialty grocery stores, fashion and beauty retailers, computer and electronics shops, and a wide range of health, education and professional services—all in one convenient location.

Whether you are looking for fresh ingredients, authentic Asian dishes, unique products or helpful local services, every visit offers something new to discover.

📍 4500 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2A9

📖 Explore The Crystal Mall section within Local Landmarks in the CISM Newcomer E-Magazine. Scan the QR code on the final slide to learn more about the shops, dining options and services available at the mall.

🔗 Check out our E-Magazine through the link in our bio.
https://mag.mycism.com/newcomer/

How Transfer Credits Work in Canada: A Guide for International Students

Credit transfer allows students to apply previously completed courses toward a new college or university credential. This pathway may save time and reduce education costs by helping students avoid repeating similar courses. However, transfer credit is not automatic. Each institution determines which credits it will accept and how they will apply to the new program. Several provinces offer transfer guides and pathway-search tools to help students plan.

How Does the Transfer Process Work?
1️⃣ Choose the New Program
2️⃣ Research Transfer Options
3️⃣ Speak with Academic Advisers
4️⃣ Apply to the Receiving Institution
5️⃣ Complete the Transfer-Credit Assessment
6️⃣ Review the Decision
7️⃣ Plan the Remaining Studies

🔗 Click the link in our bio to read the complete Transfer Credit Guide!
https://www.mycism.com/2026/08/how-transfer-credits-work-in-canada-a-guide-for-international-students/

🍺Brewing Innovation at KPU: New Hop Research and Career-Focused Brewing Education

How does Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) combine university-level academics with hands-on, industry-backed career preparation? Look no further than its pioneering Diploma in Brewing and Brewery Operations!

🏫 Program Highlights: Diploma in Brewing and Brewery Operations

- Credential: 2-Year Diploma (Full-Time) or 3–4 Years (Part-Time options available).
- Location: KPU Langley Campus, BC
- State-of-the-Art Facility: Students train in KPU’s 4,500-square-foot teaching brewery using commercial and small-batch brewing systems.
- Proven Alumni Success: Graduates work at top regional and national craft breweries, including Ravens Brewing!

👇 Read our full article for program schedules, curricular guides, and application details:
https://www.mycism.com/2025/07/from-classroom-to-craft-beer-launch-your-brewing-career-at-kpu/

MOSAIC is hosting the MOSAIC Moves Walkathon! A fantastic opportunity to step up and support our local community. Whether you want to contribute to an impactful cause or connect with fellow community members, we encourage everyone to participate!

Celebrate 50 Years of Impact at the MOSAIC Moves Walkathon! — MOSAIC engage This year marks a special milestone for MOSAIC as we celebrate 50 years of empowering newcomers, refugees, and diverse communities across British Columbia . To honor this achievement, we invite you to join us for the MOSAIC Moves Walkathon , a community event that brings people together to wa