Increasing College Opportunities For New Canadians
October 9, 2024โข208 words
As a new Canadian, starting college can be both exciting and daunting. But with the right support, it's definitely achievable.
To make college more accessible, we need to break down barriers and create a more inclusive environment.
This means offering programs to help you upgrade your qualifications and meet prerequisites, providing language support, and offering courses to prepare you successfully for academic life.
Mentors can guide you through the process, while counselors can offer support for mental health and career planning.
By partnering with community organizations, we can spread the word about college opportunities and provide guidance on how to apply.
One of the main keys of many colleges that are starting to utilize is the flexible admission policies and part-time learning options can accommodate your unique circumstances.
Government support, like tuition waivers and loans, can also make college more affordable.
And by partnering with employers, we can create pathways to internships and co-op programs, giving you practical experience, earn college credits toward your diploma or degree and at the same time earn an hourly rate or salary.
Together, these strategies can help many of the new Canadians succeed in college and university education and build a bright future in Canada.