STUDENTS VOICES: LIFE IN CANADA

Studying abroad is full of challenges, surprises, and unforgettable experiences. For Khuslen , moving from the coldest capital in the world to the vibrant city of Vancouver was a huge leap — but one that shaped her personal and academic journey in powerful ways. In this episode of the Canada Student Network Podcast , Khuslen shares how she adjusted to a new culture, why she chose to study an MBA in Canada, and what life as an international student at University Canada West (U

Moving to a new country is exciting—but also a little overwhelming. Classes, part-time work, and a whole new culture can feel like a lot...

Moving to a new country to study is always a leap of faith. For Jacobo, leaving Mexico for Alberta meant not just a new school, but a new...

Moving to a new country is exciting—but it comes with its own set of challenges. Camila, an international student from Mexico studying...

Moving to a new country is never easy. For Manuel Gracida, leaving Mexico to study Supply Chain Management at Salt College in Vancouver...

Explore what it’s really like to study game design as an international student—from weather shocks to network-building, budgeting to...

Moving through university life can be a wild ride—academic stress, weather shocks, budgeting—and Aileen’s journey at SFU (Simon Fraser...

Starting fresh in a new country isn’t easy. But for Purnit, a student who moved to Canada for her studies, the experience has been full...

Moving to a new country for school is a big step  — and for Ulises, it was the start of an entirely new chapter. From his first days at...

When Marielle landed in Canada to study, she didn’t know what to expect. She came straight from the Philippines, started her program at...

Moving to a new country as a student isn’t just about school — it’s about growing up fast, figuring out who you are, and finding your...

Moving to Canada as a student?  It’s exciting—but it’s also a lot to adjust to. In this episode of the Canada Student Network Podcast ,...

Moving from high school to university is a big change—especially in Canada, where the cost of living, weather, and student life can take...

Nazmus came to Canada from Bangladesh with no job, no friends, and a lot of uncertainty. In this episode of the Canada Student Network...

Isa Patarroyo moved to Vancouver from Medellín, Colombia, ready for a fresh start. In this episode of the Canada Student Network Podcast,...

Moving to a new country isn’t easy — especially when you leave almost everything behind. For Jorge, an international student from León,...

Moving to another country isn’t just about changing cities. It means leaving behind family, routines, and everything familiar. Jorge, a...

From Bogotá to Vancouver: A Brave New Chapter Luis Miguel was born in Bogotá, Colombia, and at just 18, he made a life-changing decision:...

Moving to a new country at five years old is no small thing. For Iván, arriving in Canada from Cartagena, Colombia, marked the beginning...

Discover how two UBC students lead a 200-member acapella team while balancing studies, competitions, and campus life in Vancouver. When...