VanArts- Learn what you dream of from the Experts!!

Have you dreamed of a career in animation, acting, photography, game arts and design but was always afraid of not being able to start a career in such feilds. Its long time you gave in to your dream and followed your heart.
There are schools here which provide the best training in the industry of your choice. vanarts stands out as on eof the best not only because they have the best staff to teach and guide you but for a variety of other reasons. Before I go on talking about the school's features it's better to watch this short video of what the students do here.

 As you can see the students at VanArts are not just having a theory based class, they are given assignments which they can add to their portfolios. Working in these industries is not all about the degree that you hold but about your skills and how good your portfolio is. When a potential employer calls you for an interview in the above mentioned fields, they do look at the school that you go to but in the end they need on hands experience. At VanArts it all about helping you get the experience and needed industry knowledge that makes sure you are not left behind in the race for a good emp[lyment opportunity.

VanArts was founded in 1995 with Academy-Award winning animator/director Lee Mishkin as its founding program director. Recognizing the industry’s need for a skilled and specialized workforce, VanArts offers a variety of highly focused diploma programs designed to prepare students for work in specific areas of the media arts including Visual Effects Production, Game Asset Design, Character Animation, Digital Photography, Acting for Film & Television, Web Development and Broadcasting.

The class size is capped between 12-24 depending on the program. This is to ensure that the students get the best out of the teachers and they get a better focus on career paths. Also the fact that the institute is situated in Vancouver, which is the 3rd largest film production centre of the world which puts you on the map for a bettter career.
The programs here are highly focussed and also of a shorter duration which makes sure you are not wasting a lot of time in class but mostly having practical knowledge of their interested focus areas.

These are all made by students here at VanArts!! So if you are stuck in some job and you dream of a career in the world of animation, design, photography, etc dont hesitate to post a reply to this post.

Post-Graduation Work Permit Program pilot project in British Columbia

Post-Graduation Work Permit Program

The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

Impact of length of program of study in Canada and the length of the work permit

If the official length of your program of study is…

·         less than eight months you are not eligible for this program

·         less than two years but more than eight months:  you may get a work permit for a period no longer than the length of your program of study (for example, if you studied for nine months, a work permit may be issued for a period of nine months)

·         two years or more: a work permit may be issued for three years

Non-degree granting educational institutions:  

·                                       - Arbutus College of Communication Arts, Business and Technology

·                                      -  Ashton College

·                                      - Canadian Tourism College

·                                      - Eton College

·                                      - Greystone College

·                                     -John Casablancas Institute of Applied Arts

·                                    -MTI Community College

·                                   -  Sprott-Shaw Community College

·                                    -Vancouver Central College

·                                   -Vancouver Film School

·                                   -Vancouver Institute of Media Arts

Degree-granting institutions with non-degree programs:

·                                     -  Alexander College

·                                     - Columbia College

·                                     - Fairleigh Dickinson University – Vancouver

·                                     - Sprott-Shaw Degree College

·                                     -Trinity Western University

Public Colleges and Universities:

·         College of the Rockies

·         Conestoga College

·         Douglas College

·         Langara College

·         Lethbridge College

·         Medicine Hat College

·         Niagara College of Applied Arts & Technology

·         Okanagan College

·         Vancouver Community College

Think Out of the Box!!

Most of the students from countries like India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and other countries, when they thik of studying incountries like the USA, Canada, U K and Australia, the first thing they want to do is either an MBA or MS.
I do agree that it is the safest option available but for students who want to pursue a career in arts, film production, make up artisrty, animation and other lesser known career paths in our countries. Its always better to taje up career programs in such feilds itself. These programs help you get a better understanding of the industry and there are schools here which have good relations with the industry bigwigs as well.

You dont have to restrict your options just because the its safe to take the usual taken path! There are schools here in Vancouver like VCAD, VanArts and Blanche Macdonald which have an amazing track record of placing their graduates in the most gratifying and cool jobs in the industry. So all those out there who want to pursue a career in their dream proffesions, stop dreaming and take the path less trodden and make a difference in you  r life!!

Sprott Shaw Community College

Sprott Shaw Community College is the oldest private post-secondary institution ( Private College)  in British Columbia. They  have campuses throughout BC offering exceptional courses in Business, Health & Social Care, Tourism & Hospitality, and Trades & Technology. T0his college is an ideal place to re-train for a new career in a broad spectrum of fields.
When new immigrants land in Canada, it is always difficult to find a job in their desired career path and end up in low jobs. The reason thats told is they donot have Canadian experience or education. This College provides the transition platfrom for these people, helping them to get better placed in areas of their choice.

The school has career advisors who guide you through your options in your options for a new career. They are highly trained and as such focus on career exploration, career change, personal career development and other career related challenges.They provide accomodation through home stays with Canadian families and also through apartments, private homes and shared homes.
All the campuses are equipped with computers for student use. Computers are connected with High Speed Internet service so you can check your e-mail or surf the Internet at your own leisure. Access to the computer labs is free during non-class time.

Their placement success speaks for itself. Instead of me saying more about it , please check their own website : http://www.sprottshaw.com/v2/future-students/why-choose-us-overview/placement-success/.

The best part of studying in Sprott Shaw is International graduates of select programs are eligible to receive a Post Graduation Work Permit and gain valuable Canadian work experience.

A Bright Future in Brighton!!

Brighton College is one of the premier vocational/ career schools in Vancouver, Canada. Vocational education is the best way to start a career in Canada. You spent around 2 years having a focussed education on specific areas of a trade or business ad you have a higher chances of being hired by a reputed company.

One of the advantages of studying in Brighton is the fact that only 30% of the students tere are internatonal students. You have a chance of studying with local students, have a better understanding of the local culture and you are better prepared to be a part of the Canadian workforce. Also studying in Brighton for a course which is 8 months or longer garuntees you a post graduate work permit, as they are a part of the Pilot Project.

They provide a variety of programs in business management, hospitality, IT and engineering subjects. Most of this programs are with hands on practicum or Paid Co op.The programs which are the most advantageous for Indian students are the Advanced business management diplomas which are 80 weeks to 84 weeks. These programs help you get  a 3 year work permit after completing school and also have a co op work permit while in school which is neede for the co op. Co op is a paid internship which is integral part of the program . The school makes sure that you get a co op placement in the field of your choice.

Apart from Business Management, they do have programs in hospitality, international trade, health care and information technology. The school has a  dedicated placement department which makes sure the students get placed in a good company.

The school has campuses in downtown Vancouver as well as in Burnaby.

Post-Graduation Work Permit Program pilot project

The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program has been extended to include graduates of private post-secondary institutions with career training programs that received their Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation before the pilot project’s start date of January 31, 2011, and continue to maintain their EQA status.
The pilot project will remain in effect for two years, with the possibility of extension.
Any future extension will be based on analysis of the project and would require agreement between Citizenship and Immigration Canada and B.C.’s Ministry of Regional Economic and Skills Development.
If initial results are positive, the project may be expanded to additional schools after the first year.
It is estimated that under the pilot project, between 675 and 950 international graduates will apply for post-graduation work permits in the first year.
B.C.’s Education Quality Assurance is a voluntary quality assurance designation that identifies B.C. public and private post-secondary institutions that have met or exceeded provincial government recognized quality assurance standards and offer consumer protection.

Contact:

Media Relations Communications Branch Citizenship and Immigration Canada 613 952-1650 CIC-Media-Relations@cic.gc.ca

Lisa Tees Communications Director Ministry of Regional Economic and Skills Development 250 952-6508 250 888-3466 (cell)

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT POST-GRAD PROGRAM EXPANDED

International students at some of British Columbia’s private educational institutions will have the opportunity to gain Canadian work experience after graduation, thanks to a new pilot project.
The announcement was made today by Alice Wong, Parliamentary Secretary for Multiculturalism and Member of Parliament for Richmond, and B.C. Minister of Regional Economic and Skills Development Ida Chong. It marks the next step in the Government of Canada’s strategy to attract international students. Since 2005, the number of foreign students coming to Canada has increased by 25 per cent, with a total of 85,140 entries in 2009.
“We remain steadfast in our commitment to attract international students to Canada and retaining them after they graduate,” said Parliamentary Secretary Wong. “With this pilot project, we are continuing to build Canada’s standing as a destination of choice for international students.”
“In the next decade, B.C. will have more than a million job openings, and immigration is going to be a key factor in our ability to fill them,” said Minister Chong. “By expanding this program to private institutions, we’re giving more international students an opportunity to work and potentially to choose British Columbia as their place to call home.”
The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program already allows students who have graduated from an eligible program at a post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience. Under the program, graduates can apply for open work permits for up to three years, depending on the length of time they studied. Until now, only international students at public universities and colleges and private degree-granting institutions were able to apply.
With the implementation of this two-year pilot project on January 31, graduates of private post-secondary institutions with career training programs that have received the British Columbia Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation are also able to apply for an open work permit.
“International graduates with Canadian education, Canadian work experience, and an ease and familiarity with Canadian society are often excellent candidates to apply for permanent resident status through the Canadian Experience Class,” stated Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney.
The Government of Canada is committed to giving Canadian educational institutions a competitive edge in attracting international students and recent initiatives, including online application services, the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program and the Off-Campus Work Permit Program, have been very successful in doing so.

Indian student from VanArts work on Puss In Boots!!!

Rohan Oka, a graduate from the Game Art & Design program at VanArts in 2009, has since been working for Dreamworks Animation, currently at their studio in Bangalore, India. Most recently, he had a career update working on the new animated feature now in theaters, Puss in Boots.
Rohan says, "My awesome team and I worked on a few sequences in the surfacing aspect of the film.  Here every little pixel of texture is scrutinized and tweaked over and over, which is the reason we get a good-looking polished output.  Personally, it was a great experience to work on something this grand, and even better being credited with my first feature film, Puss in Boots!"
Rohan also says, "The efforts put in by my instructors at VANARTS to mold us into complete artists paid off. In everything I do here now at Dreamworks Animation, I am always reminded and guided by the knowledge they gave us. Being a big fan of Shrek & Madagascar, working at Dreamworks is a treat... and I am enjoying every moment of it."

International Education Adds $1.8 Billion Yearly to BC Economy

VANCOUVER, BC – April 27, 2011
International education is now a leading export for British Columbia (BC), creating jobs and supporting families in communities and regions across the province. The total value of international education exports in 2010 reached over $1.8 billion dollars, ranking the sector fifth in the generation of export income. Among BC’s key trading partners China, India, and South Korea, international education ranks as a top-three contributor to BC’s economy. In order to accurately measure the full economic impact of international education province-wide, the BC Council for International Education (BCCIE) has engaged noted economist Dr. Roslyn Kunin of Roslyn Kunin and Associates, Inc. (RKA, Inc.). Dr. Kunin’s report The Economic Impact of International Education in British Columbia examines international student spending at K-12, post-secondary and language institutions across the province. Dr. Kunin’s study will help the province and BCCIE to benchmark international student data and to plan strategically for future growth in the industry. According to Dr. Kunin’s report, in 2010, BC welcomed an estimated 94 000 international students to the province, creating 21 540 jobs and an economic impact of $1.8 billion to the provincial economy. While many of the students are studying in the Lower Mainland and Southwest region of the province, international students also bring significant benefit to communities in Northern BC, the Southern Interior, and Vancouver Island. The top ten source countries for international students in 2010, in rank order, include Korea, China, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Mexico, Taiwan, United States, Germany, and Switzerland. “International students make significant contributions to northern communities as they bring with them a wide breadth of life experience and new approaches to local problems,” states Carolyn Russell, Director of Student Success at the University of Northern British Columbia. “Even though students may only be in northern BC for a short time, lifelong relationships are made that over time have and will contribute to the success of northern BC.”
“We have been successful in British Columbia in terms of attracting large numbers of quality students to participate in our education system, both in the public and private spheres,” says Randall Martin, Executive Director of BCCIE. “We are now the leading destination in Canada for new international students, many attracted by the deserved reputation of both quality of life and quality of education, supported at the post-secondary level by government-sanctioned Education Quality Assurance. Dr. Kunin’s report is an important early step in identifying gaps in our data collection and in benchmarking student sources, flows and destinations, supporting the creation of pathways and more targeted regional development of the sector. ”
To read the full report, visit www.bccie.bc.ca/about/publications/economic-impact.

Fairleigh Dickenson University- A quick Overview

FDU is a private university in the USA. It is the largest private university in New Jersey with more than 12000 students. It was founded in 1942 and is well reputed and rated quite highly. It has two campuses in New Jersey, one in England and they started their most recent campus in Vancouver, Canada.

Fairleigh Dickinson University is the first non-Canadian institution to gain approval under the stringent standards adopted by British Columbia in 2003. The Vancouver Campus was started in September 2007 and has quickly grown into a well established educational centre here in Vancouver. It provides bachelor's programs in Business Administration, Information Technology and Individualised Studies and Master's in Adminstrative Sciences.

The University has a mix of students of different nationalities, almost 33 differenet countries, who study here as full time students. They provide a wolrd class education and at the same time a better understanding of living in a global society with cultural harmony.

Studing here in FDu is not all about classroom education. There is a healthy blend of classroom studies, seminars from well reputed individuale and of course a whole lot of fun activities.

FDU is one of the private universities in BC, Canada which has  EQA, an accreditation which enables the students here to get a Post Graduate Work Permit, that is the oppotunity for them to work in Canada after completing studies. Also they get the off campus work permit which enables them to work part time while studying here after 6 months of classes.

The location of the university is in the beautiful city of Vancouver.Vancouver is consistently rated one of the most livable cities in the world. It is surrounded by some of the most stunning natural beauty in the world, including mountains, the Pacific Ocean, a rainforest, parks and beaches.Unlike many cities in North America, Vancouver has no highways cutting through it, making it possible to walk almost anywhere. The city also boasts an outstanding public transportation system that features buses, SkyTrain, SeaBus and a commuter rail service.

This University is a heaven for students who want to study, have a career and enjoy life.

Canadian Study Permit - A brief intro

Getting a Study Permit

More than 130,000 students travel to Canada every year to attend school. There are also many more students that come to Vancouver from around the world to improve their English language skills.

One World Agency can help you to get a Study Permit quickly and easily so you can start school in Canada right away. We can also assist you in finding the perfect school for you.

What is a Study Permit?

A study permit allows students from countries outside Canada to attend schools in Canada for a specified period of time.

Most international students will need a Study Permit to study in Canada.

There are some exceptions to this rule:

You do not need a Study Permit if you take a course or program in Canada with a duration of 6 months or less. You must complete the program or course inside the period authorized for your stay in Canada.
You do not need a Study Permit if you are a child classified as a "minor" and already resident in Canada as long as your parents are not classified as "visitors" in Canada.
If you are a family member or a member of the staff of a foreign representative in Canada who is accredited by the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, you do not need a Study Permit to study.
Benefits of Having a Study Permit

You should apply for a Study Permit before you come to Canada if there is a possibility that you may wish to continue your studies in another program after you complete your short-term course or program. If you wish to continue your studies after the 6 month period expires you may have to leave Canada in order to apply for a Study Permit.

Requirement to Enroll in School

Before you can apply for a study permit, you must have been accepted at a school, university or college in Canada that is formally recognized by the Canadian Government.

One World Agency can assist you in finding a school and then get you the required Study Permit if you will be attending school for 6 months or more.

Medical Examinations

If you are planning to be in Canada for more than 6 months as a student you may require a medical examination. Students from Japan do not require a medical examination but students from India, South Korea, China, Hong Kong, Mexico and other countries do require a medical examination.

Secondary School System in Canada

Canadian secondary schools provide an opportunity for students outside of Canada to enter Canadian schools where they can learn English while pursuing academic and career programs. Students from countries around the world receive invaluable learning experiences by studying in Canada. International students improve their English language skills, immerse themselves in Canadian culture and make lifelong friends during their stay.

Secondary schools (also known as "high school") are the second required step in the Canadian educational system. Students in Canada first complete Primary (also known as "elementary school") and then continue to secondary school at about age fourteen. Secondary school in Canada is normally completed by age eighteen. In order to continue on to a university or college, students in Canada must first complete their secondary school education.

Canadian secondary schools are among the best in the world. Many countries are adopting the curriculum of Canadian secondary schools. Parents from around the world send their children to Canadian secondary schools. The graduation certificate obtained from Canadian public schools is respected and accepted by post-secondary institutions such as universities and colleges in many countries.

Canadian Secondary Schools fall into two categories: public and private:

Public Secondary School (Public High School)

Canadian public secondary schools are completely funded by a provincial government (e.g. British Columbia). These schools offer a standardized lesson plan and are administered by a "board of education" or "district school board."

Admission to these schools by Canadian children is free. International students pay a fee to attend these schools but the fee is very low by international standard.

Private Secondary School (Private High School)

Canadian private secondary schools are funded through student tuition payments and sometimes partially funded by a provincial government. These schools are operated as a private organization. Private secondary schools may be for-profit or non-profit. All private secondary schools in Canada are registered with a provincial government and each school must follow government guidelines and standards.

Many private secondary schools in Canada accept international students. The fees for these schools vary from approximately the same as a public secondary school to many times higher. An education obtained from a Canadian private school is among the very highest in the world.

Legal Guardian

If a minor child (under the age of eighteen) enrolls in a Canadian public or private school they require a local legal guardian (also knows as custodian) who can look after the child's day-to-day needs and assist them in an emergency. One World Agency agent can act as a legal guardian for your child if you will not be accompanying your child to Canada. We make daily reports to you as to your child's welfare.

One World Agency

One World Agency can enroll your child in a public or private secondary school in Canada and provide accommodation and supervision of your child as well as any other services your child may require during their time in Canada.

Top 10 Reasons to Choose One World Agency

1.We work with only the best schools in Canada.
2.Caring and knowledgeable counsellors provide free education counselling
to help you plan your education and find the best school for your needs.
3.Our counsellors provide travel, career and life counselling too!
4.Widest selection of schools provided by any agencies.
5.One World Agency Student Protection Fund provides protection to our
students and enables them to continue their education if their school
closes
6.Convenient location
7.OWA Club provides our students with many opportunities such as
discounted services and social events
8.We provide students with all the services they need including travel
and phone services.
‎9.All of our students receive free unlimited phone calls to and from
their homes while they are attending one of our schools.
10.Our free conversation club allows our students to practice their
English and get help with their homework.

Now choose wisely, and you know whom to contact for Canadian education consulting. And that's the reason why we are one of the best!

OWA!!! Our proud Mascot!!!!

We are proud to present OWA. OWA is our mascot. OWA is cheerful, bubbly and yes, intelligent too. He is always glad to help students find the right college and the right program according to their needs.

 OWA was designed initially by our Vice President and developed to the current form, with inputs from all of us here. Be sure to watch out for this space for more OWA updates. :)

General Admission Requirements: Graduate Studies

Completion of a relevant undergraduate degree from an accredited/recognized university
Good grades in studies already completed
Academic reference letters
In some cases standardized test are required - such as the Graduate Management Adissions Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
One World Agency can assist you in entering a university in Canada. We can advise you on the best university for your individual requirements and submit the application on your behalf.

General Admission Requirements: Undergraduate Studies

The following are required in order to enter a university undergraduate program in Canada:

Completion of the equivalent of a Canadian secondary school academic program with good grades.
Successful completion of a language proficiency test (IELTS, TOEFL etc.)
In some cases students can complete a language program at the university.
General Requirements: Graduate Studies

University Education in Canada

Canada has a wide variety of universities for you to choose from. Our universities have a reputation as some of the top institutions in the world. They offer courses in arts and sciences and grant degrees including undergraduate bachelors degrees, masters degrees and doctorates. Prices for universities in Canada are among the lowest in the Western world.

To enter a degree program at a Canadian University, students who don't speak English as their first language must pass an English language proficiency test. The TOEFL is accepted at Canadian universities and some universities offer their own tests. Some universities also accept other English language tests such as the IELTS.

It is possible for a student to complete one or more semesters of study at a Canadian university and then transfer those credit towards a similar degree program in your own country.

An example of Educational Scams done by some agencies that students should be aware of -part 2

tricking students to join fake colleges/university

This usually happens in China, Taiwan and other south east asian countries, but some places in India too.
The agents go to rural areas, open their office and tries promoting fake colleges/ universities. They tend to target the less educated people promising them of higher education abroad. They show the students photos of famous universities and colleges and explain that it is another college/university under a fake name. They would convince people saying that it is a really good institute and their programs are really good. These agents would also provide them with a bank account (which is usually would be their account) and ask them to send the tuition fees to this account. They would trick a lot of students and their parents into doing this and eventually one day they would disappear.

We would keep you posted on other scams too, but these are some of the really big ones.

An example of Educational Scams done by some agencies that students should be aware of

Some of the major scams done by some Indian agencies that we have come across and students back in India should really be aware of are:

Purposeful rejection of student visa

The very first step needed for getting a student visa is to pay upfront some amount of tuition fees to the college/university and get the conditional acceptance letter. This is the norm in many of the colleges/universities. This letter is an important document that is required to be submitted by the agent along with the student visa application. The scam we talk about occurs in conjunction with this. Some unscrupulous agents would ask the student to pay the amount needed to get the conditional acceptance letter. The student wires in the money to the college/university account. Then these agents purposefully prepare student visa applications in such a way that they get rejected for sure.
The next step by the agent is to inform the college/university, saying that the visa has been rejected for the particular student and the student is requesting for money. The agents are also clever enough to include their bank details, so that the money sent back by the college/university is received in their account. In most cases, such fraudulent agencies also never give out too much details of the student to the college/university, and usually the college/university would be given the address and contact number of the agent and not that of the student. This leaves the college/university no option to contact the student but only the agent.
In the mean time the student really approaches the agent and asks about the fees paid and the agent just washes off the hands saying that they never got the money from the college/university. They do this to many students and eventually one day they just disappear closing down their office, leaving the student in a hopeless situation.

This article is an example of one such scam: http://m.timesofindia.com/city/chandigarh/Visas-of-50-students-rejected-permanently/articleshow/9630575.cms

List of Colleges we work with that has PGWP ( Open Work Permit for Students after they finish School)

The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

Impact of length of program of study in Canada and the length of the work permit

If the official length of your program of study is…

• less than eight months you are not eligible for this program
• less than two years but more than eight months: you may get a work permit for a period no longer than the length of your program of study (for example, if you studied for nine months, a work permit may be issued for a period of nine months)
• two years or more: a work permit may be issued for three years

Non-degree granting educational institutions: 

• Arbutus College of Communication Arts, Business and Technology
• Ashton College
• Canadian Tourism College
• Eton College
• Greystone College
• John Casablancas Institute of Applied Arts
• MTI Community College
• Sprott-Shaw Community College
• Vancouver Central College
• Vancouver Film School
• Vancouver Institute of Media Arts

Degree-granting institutions with non-degree programs:

• Alexander College
• Columbia College
• Fairleigh Dickinson University – Vancouver
• Sprott-Shaw Degree College
• Trinity Western University

Public Colleges and Universities: 

• College of the Rockies
• Conestoga College
• Douglas College
• Langara College
• Lethbridge College
• Medicine Hat College
• Niagara College of Applied Arts & Technology
• Okanagan College
• Vancouver Community College

Our Agency can get admissions for students in all the above mentioned colleges and universities. Do check out our website for further information. http://oneworldagency.ca/

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Our Free Conversation Clubs!!

We are proud to announce that we would be conducting FREE conversation club every week Tuesday and Thursday from 4pm to 6pm. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to improve their conversational skills in English and also a forum to know more about Canadian culture, way of life and more information about the city. Students would get to meet other students and break the ice. We encourage all students to take part and also share their experiences.


Details:

When: Every Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 
Time: 4pm to 6pm
Where: One World Agency office, #201, 825 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K9

Here are some awesome snaps of our students in the conversation club: