Home stays Many Canadian families welcome international students. This is an effective way to learn about daily life in Canada, and meet new, friendly people. Home stays also offer a more stable and secure environment for younger people coming to study in Canada. Typically, a home stay consists of a Canadian family hosting a student in their home while the student attends classes in Canada. Meals and a furnished room are provided in the home, and the host family welcomes and encourages participation in family and community activities. Amenities and location vary from home to home, but preferences can and should be indicated to the school so that a suitable match may be found. Prices will vary according to location, and some home stay services will charge an initial placement fee of up to $200 CDN. The average cost of home stay accommodation: $400 - $800 CDN per month.
Residence/Dormitory Many schools have accommodation conveniently located on or near their campus. Rooms can vary in size and in quality, and many dormitories have shared kitchens, toilets, showers and laundry facilities. There is usually an option of having either a shared or private room, and dormitories are usually separated by gender. In some cases, there are cafeterias and meal plans that can be included in the cost of the room. Most dormitories come furnished, and are an ideal way to become involved in campus activities and meet other students. The average cost of residence/dormitory rooms: $3,000 - $7,500 CDN per school year.
Renting  is an option open to students, but price, quality and availability vary greatly. Rents are often quite high in the major cities, and places are not always available. Many students share accommodation to keep costs down and usually find places to meet their needs and preferences. Many schools offer an off-campus housing service, which can provide affordable listings that are near the campus. At this service centre, those seeking shared accommodations can also find roommates. Once on campus, you will often find a variety of postings throughout the campus advertising nearby housing, but it is always best to make arrangements before coming to Canada.
There are different types of places you can rent as an international student. A house is usually too expensive for one student to rent, but many students share or rent suites (a self-contained unit with a kitchen, toilet, bath and bedroom) within a larger home. Apartments are another option, where one has a kitchen, toilet, bath, and one or two bedrooms. Most rental apartments do not include furniture or meals. Some, however, include the cost of heat and/or electricity in the rent.
Listings of available apartments or homes are published in local newspapers. It is the responsibility of the student to determine suitability as schools do not inspect these places nor can they make any other arrangements. Most landlords require a damage deposit and rent is paid on a monthly basis in cash or by cheque. Agreements with landlords should be made with care. The average cost of shared accommodations in Canada: $250 - $700 CDN monthly and of a suite or apartment: $400 - $1,500 CDN monthly.

Canada's climate is not as cold all year around as some may believe. In winter, temperatures fall below freezing point throughout most of Canada. But the south-western coast has a relatively mild climate. Along the Arctic Circle, mean temperatures are below freezing for seven months a year.
Located in a sub-Mediterranean zone, Victoria BC boasts the mildest climate in Canada. Victoria receives an average of 2,183 hours of sunshine each year, with flowers in bloom year-round and an eight month frost-free season.
Spring can arrive as early as February and is mild. Summer is comfortably warm and dry with temperatures from 18° to 32°C (65° to 90°F). Victoria has a very low humidity ratio and almost constant offshore breezes, which keep summer days from becoming too hot and summer evenings cool. The average monthly rainfall in summer is less than 2.5 cm (1"). Victoria often enjoys a warm, sunny September with fall arriving late in the month. Deciduous trees turn the city to gold, while lawns and golf courses are green and lush throughout the winter.
The average annual rainfall for Victoria is 66.5 cm (26.2"), which is substantially less rain than Vancouver, BC and Seattle, WA receive. Victoria receives rainfall during January, February and March, with occasional light snowfall. The average monthly rainfall in winter is 5 cm (2") and the average temperature in January is 3°C (38°F). Although winters are mild and rarely include snow, warmer clothing is recommended between the months of November and March.

1. In order to get a study permit or student visa the documents required are
1. a valid passport
2. a Letter of Acceptance from in lingua Vancouver
3. proof that you have enough money to support yourself for your entire stay in Canada. For example, a letter from your bank in your country and a written pledge of financial support from a parent will show immigration officials that you can afford your expenses while you are in Canada. These expenses include tuition, homestay, transportation, medical insurance, personal needs and return trips home
4. a medical clearance if required by immigration
2. Complete the application form for a Study Permit.
3. Include the correct Application Fee.

There is a processing fee to apply for a Study Permit. The current rate is 5 Canadian dollars for a Study Permit,
Make sure that your application is complete.
Consult the Visa Office or its Web site to see if you need to fill out any additional forms or provide any additional documents.

1. Submit your application.

Fees, and required documents to a Visa Office at the Canadian embassy, high commission or consulate responsible for the country in which you are living.

• Supply additional information or documents when the Visa Office requests it. This may include such as the medical examination results and Police Certificates/Certificate of Good Conduct.