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University of Alberta

University of Alberta

An education at U of A rarely disappoints, and students have very little negative feedback to give about the high quality teaching, fantastic research opportunities, diverse social life and lovely surroundings afforded here. Even the harsh winters are unable to dent most Albertans’ happy experience... more..

University of British Columbia

University of British Columbia

Big really is beautiful. The sprawling UBC campus covers over 400 hectares on the Western-most tip of Vancouver. Although a young university by British and East Coast US standards (established in 1908), there’s a lot on offer and it’s all surrounded by stunning natural beauty. You can pretty much... more..

University of Toronto

University of Toronto

High academic expectations have generated U of T’s reputation as anything but a party school, and while it is true that many students are more likely to be found in the library than on the dance floor, this is not to say that U of T students only work and don’t play. Nights out may be less frequent... . more..

 

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