Study Guide

The Post-Secondary orientation handbook prepares students, who have already been accepted to a Manitoba institution, to succeed in their studies and adjust to Manitoba life.

The Handbook is divided into fifteen sections, containing everything you need to know about living and studying in Manitoba:

• Pre-Departure Information – what documents and resources you need in order to travel to Manitoba

• Traveling in Manitoba – entering Canada, travel restrictions, and transportation information

• Getting Settled in Manitoba – international student orientation, assistance, and housing accommodations

• Studying in Manitoba – a discussion of what to expect in the classroom and registration information

• Working During & After Your Program of Studies – opportunities to work and volunteer off-campus

• Becoming a Permanent Resident of Manitoba after Graduation – the Provincial Nominee Program

• Managing Your Money – information on scholarships, banking, taxes, tuition rebates, and more

• Transportation – how to use public transit, obtain a driver’s license, and other modes of transportation

•  Communications – using telephones and cell phones, mail service, and getting internet access

• Health – getting medical insurance, finding a doctor or dentist, and health and counseling services

• Canadian Community & Culture – everything you need to know to adjust to life in your new community

• Experiencing & Dealing with Culture Shock – the stages of cultural adaptation and how to deal with them

• Leisure & Recreation in Manitoba – places to go during your free time, Manitoba events and attractions

• Security & Legal Issues – how to stay safe, laws and legal services, and resources for your protection

• Other Useful Sources of Information – a list of resources to find further information on Manitoba life