Why BC?

For the 2008-2009 school year more than 10,000 students aged 6-18 from 37 countries chose to study in BC. They made that choice due to the excellent educational opportunities available to them and to experience "The Best Place on Earth" - British Columbia. BC is Canada's playground and tourist destination for other provinces, the United States and the world! Enjoy outdoor recreation from summer activities like fishing, sailing, kayaking, surfing, camping, golf, and hiking to winter activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling. For more information watch the video on the side bar.

• Superior Education
• British Columbia teachers and institutions are ranked among the best in the world. With a population size of about 13 per cent of Canada's total, BC hosts 30 per cent of all International students in Canada.

• Quality of Life
• The standard of living is high in British Columbia and Canada. The United Nations Human Development Index consistently ranks Canada as one of the world's best countries to live in.

• Living in Paradise
• Canada is known for its natural beauty. British Columbia, with its lush rain forests, clean and clear lakes, coastal waters and high mountains, is one of Canada's most beautiful provinces. Whether it's hiking, skiing, kayaking, swimming or golfing, a vast range of outdoor activities are always available wherever you live in British Columbia.

• Welcoming
• The people of British Columbia, like the rest of Canada, are friendly and welcoming. People from many cultures call British Columbia their home, creating a diverse and vibrant society that welcomes international students.

• Safe
• British Columbians value their personal safety and security. In the unlikely event of an emergency, local police and ambulances are here to help you 24 hours a day. Most institutions provide additional campus security offices and personnel.