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Wish to Study in Canada? Read About The Scholarships in Canada
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Wish to Study in Canada? Read About The Scholarships in Canada
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Canada is home to three of the world’s top 50 universities. (Notable examples are McGill University at Montreal, University of British Columbia, and the University of Toronto.)
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The Canadian government’s immigration policy is, arguably, the friendliest among international education hotspots for Indians (USA, Australia, UK, and Germany).
- Which are the top 10 scholarships to study abroad for Indian students (destination: Canada).
- Who sponsors these scholarships?
- How many students can benefit from these scholarships?
- What is the upper limit of the sum awarded by these study-in-Canada scholarships?
- Which among these are the top-rated scholarships for MBA in Canada?
- When can you apply for these study abroad scholarships?
Note: Again, before you start looking for scholarships, find your ideal target set of international universities. For this, use SelectRight—our AI-boosted college search service, SelectRight. More on SelectRight, later. For now, back to finding the right scholarship.

Before you explore your study in Canada scholarship for Indian students, you should read this
- evaluate the scholarship’s relevance, and
- prepare an application that is likely to be successful.
Top 10 Canada scholarship for Indian students
1. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship Program
2. Ontario Trillium Scholarship
3. Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship
4. International Major Entrance Scholarship
5. Shastri Research Student Fellowship
6. Ontario Graduate Scholarship
7. University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships
8. Pierre Elliott Trudeau Scholarship
9. University of Saskatchewan Undergraduate Scholarships
10. Carleton Scholarships For International Students
Of course, knowing your options is only the beginning. The mountain of expense remains yours to climb. As you climb this mountain, your scholarship is your rope, harness, helmet, boots, and safety blanket. In this guide, we’ll prepare you for the climb.
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University of Calgary – GradRight Webinar: Quick Highlights
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University of Calgary - GradRight Webinar:Quick Highlights
- Sreekar G.
- December 8, 2021
- 8:05 pm
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The University of Calgary and GradRight have come together to co-host a webinar for aspiring study abroad students who wish to pursue their higher education in Canada. The webinar took place on the 7th of December at 20:00 IST. Sasidhar Sista, co-founder of GradRight, Diana Kim, Marketing & Recruitment Advisor for the FGS and Himanshu Kachave, Student Ambassador, UCalgary were the panelists for this UCalgary – GradRight webinar.

Here are the quick highlights of the webinar:
What does GradRight do?
- Maximize return on education for students and ensure they find the most authentic information in their journey.
- A twin-platform model that assists students in determining the right university and the best funding options.
- Our latest platform, SelectRight, a university selection platform, listens to students, their preferences and recommends the right university as well as connects them with alumni.
How does UCalgary and Calgary stand out?
- UCalgary ranks among the top 10 research universities in Canada and is comparatively, one of the affordable options.
- Calgary city is one of the most liveable cities in NA, with a lower cost of living compared to Toronto and Vancouver while the state of Alberta offers one of the highest minimum wages in Canada, a high labour productivity and lower taxes.
On-Campus Experience
Dynamic and lively campus with:
- An Olympic stadium
- Taylor Institute Library (one of the largest university libraries in Canada)
- Recreational activities
- Sign language club
- Indian students community
Popular programs
- Engineering and business programs are very popular.
- UCalgary is also famous for PhD and Masters in Education.
Application process
- Online application with an application fee of 145$ for intl students post which you get a unique id and can log in to apply for awards.
- Transcripts to be uploaded but required to mail them in sealed doc, but if in contact with school registrar, they can direct the email it to the admissions office which is a faster route.
- English proficiency test for non-English students is mandatory.
- For thesis-based some programs, students need to get the supervisor approval in prior.
Part-time work opportunities
- Part-time work available on-campus through book stores, cafes, restaurants etc.
- For off-campus work, there are many seasonal part time jobs where students can upto 20 hours a week with a minimum 15$ wage in Alberta (one of the highest compared to other provinces).
- Metro line directly through school and hence easy to commute from university to city and vice versa.
Fee Structure
- Students can pay each semester or month on month with flexible payment options.
- For Masters students, the fees would be on and about 30,000 CAD.
- For PhD, most programs are funded.
SOP Tips:
- For a thesis-based program, look into the supervisor and reference their work.
- For all programs, mention the relevant work experience, extracurricular activities, volunteer experience, research experience, and cover important aspects like what drove you to choose this particular program.
- Don’t make the essay too long; a 1-page essay is good enough.
- Be precise and authentic.
The Right Time To Apply
- Applications open in October for the upcoming Fall intake with a general deadline of February
- For thesis-based programs, the applications are open throughout the year.
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University Of Calgary: A Definitive Guide For International Students
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University Of Calgary: A Definitive Guide For International Students
- Sreekar G.
- November 30, 2021
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The University of Calgary is one of Canada’s top-ranked research-based universities with 360 new inventions and innovations against its name since 2017.
Ranked 8th nationally by the Times Higher Education in 2020, the institution is home to over 250 programs and has a graduate employment rate of 94.1%.
The University of Calgary stands out among Canadian universities in how it actively engages students in leadership development and is recognized worldwide for its research breakthroughs in several areas, including arts, athletics, science, medicine, engineering, volunteerism and business.

Why Should You Study At The University Of Calgary?
The University of Calgary offers students who wish to study in Canada an unprecedented educational experience combining academics, research and student life.
- It has a diverse range of academic programs and graduate options to help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to pursue your career
- The campus is home to a range of student services for you and your family, such as the First-Year Centre, Parent-Child Centre, First-Year Orientation, Sport and Recreation, Wellness, Student Activities and International Programs.
- Its popular inter-campus programs include the Traditional Engineering Summer Session (TEES) that allows high school students to experience university life.
- Undergraduate students and graduate students have access to over $35 million in funding and resources.
Graduate Employability At The University Of Calgary
- UCalgary graduates have a 94.1% employment rate after graduation with over 90% finding full-time jobs and over 80% of employed grads working in fields related to the discipline.
- In the area of advanced engineering, over 73% of graduates find employment in industry, with numerous positions available in Alberta and across the globe.
- In the field of science, over 57% of graduates find employment in industry or continue with post-secondary education or university studies, while 38% pursue post-secondary education in the health sector or practice health care.
- As per the most recent report, UCalgary maintains its rank at no. 7 nationally among 18 Canadian universities in the QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022.
- The institute also saw increases in four of the five indicator scores, with an impressive jump in the ‘Graduate Employment Rate’ score which increased by 43 per cent compared with the previous year results.
Faculty At The University Of Calgary
The institution is a favored destination for those who want to study in Canada. It boasts having over 30,000 students, 1,800+ academic staff and 14 faculties including the following:
- Faculty of Arts
- School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape
- Faculty of Graduate Studies
- Faculty of Law
- Schulich School of Engineering
- Faculty of Science
Details about other faculties could be found here.
Campus Life At The University Of Calgary
- As a public post-secondary institution, the University of Calgary is open for enrollment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- It features a state-of-the-art campus that is home to almost 30,000 students.
- This includes the MacKimmie School of Business which is ranked number one in Canada in entrepreneurship by the University of Toronto, as well as numerous state-of-the-art labs.
- Calgary is known for its low-rise downtown area, with apartment buildings lining the downtown area and the hill communities of the university district.
- The town is surrounded by mountain ranges, rural areas and nature trails, and is home to the Calgary Zoo.
- The city is a transportation hub, being a gateway to several surrounding mountain towns and cities such as Banff, Canmore, Canmore and Lake Louise.
Application Process For International Students
Most graduate programs require a minimum of 3.0 CGPA, a minimum GRE of >309, an IELTS score of a minimum of 6.5. (and a GMAT of >600 for an MBA degree)
The application process for international students is the same as that for domestic students (mentioned below) with an additional requirement:
- Gather the required documentation based on your program, followed by references.
- Create an eId to begin the application.
- Submit your application by paying $145.
- As an international student, you will need to provide your immigration status and would need to indicate that you’re on a study permit.
For more information, you can refer here.
Required Documentation
All international students who want to fulfill their wish to study in Canada at University of Calgary need to submit the following documents as part of their application process:
- Official Transcripts
- CV
- Reference letters
- Study proposal
- Writing sample (if applicable)
- Standardized tests
- Document translation (if your documents are not in English)
- Program documents
Scholarships & Awards For International Students
International students could explore the following Awards options:
- Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarships program
- Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES)
- Delta Kappa Gama
- Entrance Awards
- Graduate Award Competition
- International Graduate Tuition Award
- Mackenzie King
- Mitacs
- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (CGS)
Students fully funded by a third party sponsor, including government funding, are not eligible for University of Calgary awards under the Graduate Award Regulation.
For more awards and scholarships, you can refer here.
Calgary City: Quick Highlights
- 4th largest city in Canada
- 3rd most diverse city in Canada
- The most liveable city in North America, 5th worldwide
- The youngest population of major cities in Canada
- #3 educational attainment in Canada
- Largest urban pathway network in North America
- Highest concentration of corporate head offices per capita in Canada
- Home to Canada’s National Music Centre and the internationally renowned Calgary Stampede
- Most patents per capita in Canada
- Energy capital of Canada and global finance hub
How Can GradRight Help You Study In Canada?
With Canada reopening more airports to international flights starting today i.e. November 30th, 2021, more and more international students would opt for studying in Canada.
You might be aware of GradRight’s World’s first education loan bidding platform, FundRight, which has helped students save more than 112 crores so far by providing cost-effective education loans.
Now, we can help you tackle another important problem in the international education space; shortlisting and selecting the right university.
Shortlisting the right university for you (probably, it is The University of Calgary) involves looking beyond just rankings.
You need to look at other factors too like the location of the university, course ranking, alumni success rate, graduate employability, tuition fees, living expenses and career opportunities just to name a few.
And the process might look daunting at first glance.
Well, who are we kidding? It indeed is a daunting task.
But every modern problem requires a modern solution and that’s exactly what GradRight has come up with; SelectRight, a data-driven matchmaking platform that enables you to select, shortlist and apply to the right universities that are best suited for your profile based on your preferences.
You are in luck because the platform (currently) helps students find the right US and Canadian Universities and best of all, it’s a free-to-use platform.
Click on SelectRight below to get started!
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Canada To Reopen Airports To International Flights
Canada To Reopen More Airports To International Flights
Canada to reopen more airports to international flights starting November 30. November 30 is also the same day that passengers and crews would have to prove they’re fully vaccinated if they want to depart from a Canadian airport.
The announcement was made by Transport Minister Omar Alghabra at Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF), one of the eight.
In the official statement, Omar Alghabra said, “Increased vaccination levels have allowed us to safely reopen these additional Canadian airports to international flights. This measure will help ensure travelers are able to access more regional airports for their international travels, while continuing to support the Government’s measured approach to reopening our border.”

Which Canadian Airports Are Currently Accepting International Flights?
The 10 Canadian airports currently accepting international flights include:
- Halifax Stanfield International
- Québec City Jean Lesage International
- Montréal-Trudeau International
- Ottawa/Macdonald–Cartier International
- Toronto Pearson International
- Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre
- Winnipeg James/Armstrong Richardson International
- Edmonton International
- Calgary International
- Vancouver International
Canada To Reopen More Airports.
Starting November 30, 2021, the following additional Canadian airports will be reopened for international travel:
- St. John’s International
- John C. Munro Hamilton International
- Region of Waterloo International
- Regina International
- Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International
- Kelowna International
- Abbotsford International
- Victoria International
Omar Alghabra added that additional airports would be considered as conditions dictate.
Do you wish to study in Canada?
Canada reopening more of its airports comes in as great news for students.
But if you are still trying to figure out the right university and the program for you, worry not.
Shortlisting the right university(s) might seem a bit daunting but it’s also an important step that has the potential to determine your future life. Thankfully, there are ways to make better and informed decisions.
To tackle this problem, GradRight has launched another platform (in addition to our education loan platform, FundRight) called SelectRight, an AI-based data-driven platform that enables you to select, shortlist and apply to the right universities that are best suited for you.
Click On SelectRight below to get started!
India To Canada Direct Flights Have Resumed; Here’s What You Need To Know
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India To Canada Direct Flights Have Resumed
- Sreekar G.
- September 21, 2021
- 12:56 pm
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Direct flights from India to Canada have resumed after almost 5 months. Canada first announced its ban on direct flights from India in April 2021 during the second wave of Covid-19. After multiple postponements, the latest being in August 2021, direct flights from India are officially back in business!
Air Canada, the flag carrier and the largest airline of Canada, has restarted nonstop flights from India to Toronto with the Delhi Airport being the first port of call for them effective September 21, 2021, onwards with a new Covid testing protocol.
Air Canada’s Covid Test Requirements For Flights From India

As per Air Canada’s website, these are the new requirements from all the passengers travelling to Canada:
- WHO-approved vaccinated passengers must undergo an RT-PCR or a rapid PCR test within 18 hours of boarding their flights from the Covid-19 Testing Centre and Lounge at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 3.
- The requirement of a negative RT-PCR report from a third country (transit country) has been dropped.
In addition to the new requirements, the following conditions still remain:
- All travellers must be double vaccinated.
- Only the following vaccines are recognised by Canada:
1. Johnson
2. Moderna
3. Pfizer
4. Covishield - All documents must be uploaded before departure on https://www.arrivecan-online.com
With the ban on direct flights from India to Canada lifted, it comes as a sigh of relief (albeit new stringent testing requirements) as it now doesn’t require travellers to opt for indirect flight routes.
Flight tickets’ prices can be very expensive and to help students get a cheaper rate, we have additional services called GradOns.
This includes services like student accommodations, flight tickets at cheaper rates, US bank accounts, Canada GIC Account, Forex services, debit cards and credit cards.
Click on GradOns below to get started.
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Canada GIC For International Students
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Canada GIC for international students
- Sreekar G.
- September 18, 2021
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What Is A GIC?
A GIC (Guaranteed Investment Certificate) for international students is the proof of funds required for a student’s Canadian visa/Canada study permit application. The Canadian government needs an assurance that once a student lands in Canada, he/she has sufficient funds (minimum 10,000 CAD) to cover their living expenses for at least one year. A Canada GIC for international students would prove this.
GICs lock in the funds for a predetermined time with a fixed or variable interest rate. The interest rate is directly proportional to the time chosen i.e. the longer the time, the higher the interest rate.
Types of GICs For International Students
There are 2 types of GICs:
- Cashable or Redeemable GICs
In a cashable/redeemable GIC, financial institutions allow the holder to redeem or cash out their principal before maturity. Interest rates are typically lower.
- Non-Cashable GICs
A Non-Cashable GIC cannot be cashed in before the maturity date. The funds are locked in for a specific term. These yield a higher return.

How Does A GIC Work?
A GIC acts as a savings account that offers fixed returns to all eligible candidates over a period of time.
Once a student owns a GIC, the interest is paid out to their savings account at regular intervals or it can be added to the initial investment and paid at maturity.
When the term is over, and the GIC matures, the student can choose to automatically invest in another GIC or have the earnings deposited into his/her savings account.
How Is A GIC Different From A Regular Savings Account?
- Interest rates for a GIC do not fluctuate unless the student has opted for variable interest rate.
- GICs are typically non-redeemable. If he/she decides to break the non-redeemable GIC, they may be charged a penalty.
Benefits Of A Canada GIC For International Students
- Low-risk and predictable returns.
- The principal amount is insured.
- A good option for short or mid-term financial goals.
Quick GIC Facts
- A Canada GIC for international students is needed to qualify for a student visa/Canada study permit.
- An advantage of the program is that the student will have access to a Canadian bank account once a student account is set up in his/her name.
- As an alternate option, some universities allow students to submit a copy of:
The receipt for the first year’s tuition fee
An Educational Loan from an Indian Chartered Bank equivalent to CAD 10,000.
GIC For International Students: FAQs
What is the minimum & maximum amount that can be transferred into a GIC account?
Min: CAD 10,000 + 200 (processing fee)
Max: CAD 50,000 + 200 (processing fee)
What will be the monthly disbursed amount?
An equal monthly instalment of principal and interest will be paid from your GIC account into the student’s savings account for 12 months.
What if my VISA gets rejected?
If your VISA gets rejected, the entire amount deposited will be refunded back. However, the student needs to provide valid documents to support it.
What does a student have to do after arriving in Canada?
After reaching Canada, the student must do the in-person verification at the nearest branch of the GIC Account bank. With few banks, the verification can be done for your Canada GIC for international students at the nearest post office.
Speaking of arrival in Canada, if you’re looking for indirect flight routes from India to Canada, you can find them here.
Can a third-party in India transfer or deposit funds into my GIC Account?
GIC For Students: Why GradRight Is A Good Option!
GradRight’s additional services, GradOns has partnered with ICICI Bank to help Canada-bound international students open a GIC Account. But why should you choose GradOns for your GIC?
- ICICI Bank is one of the most popular options for Indian students heading to Canada.
- Receive the Proof of Funds Certificate within 24 hours & if the source account is ICICI, then within 3 hours.
- 24/7 customer support in India and Canada.
- Debit Card delivered at Indian residence before travel.
- Operate the account from India.
- Low rejection ratio.
- Avail Credit card at no annual fee.
- Cashbacks & offers are available.
Click on ‘GradOns’ below to get started with your GIC Account.