Canada is the second largest country in the world and our over 40 million residents have their fair share of beautiful landscapes to enjoy. From mountains and forests to prairies and lakes, our landscapes are as diverse as our people.
Multiculturalism is an official policy, and we welcome citizens of all languages, cultures, religions, and ethnicities. Today, approximately 20 per cent of Canadians were born outside Canada. In Toronto, Canada’s largest city, this number is over 45 per cent. Immigrants are a valued part of Canada’s multicultural society.
English and French are the two official languages of Canada. Today, there are approximately 30 million anglophones – people who speak English as a first language – and eight million francophones – people who speak French as a first language. Most francophones live in Quebec. However, one million francophones live in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Manitoba, with a smaller presence in other provinces.
There are many reasons to attend school and live and work in Canada. The country has a strong economy and a need for skilled workers. We invest in education and are ranked by Bloomberg as the second-best place in the world for doing business. Canadians enjoy a low cost of living and high quality of life.
Education
The ministries or departments of education in the province or territory where you live are your main sources of government information on all matters related to education.
ONTARIO
Elementary and Secondary Education (schools)
Ministry of Education
Web: www.edu.gov.on.ca
Phone: 416-325-2929
Post-Secondary Education (universities, colleges, etc.)
Ministry of Colleges and Universities
Web: www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/tcu
Phone: 416-325-2929
QUEBEC
Minister of Education (MEQ)
Web: www.education.gouv.qc.ca/en/home
Phone: 418-643-7095
Minister of Higher Education (MES)
Web: www.education.gouv.qc.ca/en/home
Phone: 418-643-7095
