Pinoy on the Prairies
Resources for Newcomers
Here are some of the services designed to help newcomers. If you need emergency police, ambulance, or fire response services, call 911.
Education
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EduCanada is the official Government of Canada source about studying in Canada for international students and researchers.
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Learn what makes Alberta a great place to live and study, and what different regions within the province have to offer.
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Learn about institutions and programs available for international students in Manitoba.
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See what Saskatchewan has to offer to international students
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Provides information about studying in Canada as an international student, extending your study permit and finding out about working while you study or after you graduate.
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https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html
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Resources for international students studying in British Columbia.
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https://www.welcomebc.ca/Study-in-B-C/Resources-For-International-Students
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Information for international students studying in Ontario.
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Everything you need to know about the process to come and study in Quebec.
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Health
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Alberta health insurance and benefits, doctors, hospitals and facilities, and other healthcare supports and information.
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Information about programs and services administered by the Provincial Department of Health in Manitoba.
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Services and information topics on B.C.'s health system.
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Find information and online services for citizens, patients and providers in Saskatchewan.
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Legal Assistance
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Information on legal procedures and assistance in Alberta.
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Free legal information, summary advice and referrals to low income people in Winnipeg who are trying to solve a legal problem.
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Government legal service offered to people who meet certain financial eligibility criteria and apply for the service.
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Free legal advice organizations in British Columbia
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https://www.welcomebc.ca/Study-in-B-C/Resources-For-International-Students
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Professional legal services in criminal and family law to eligible people in Saskatchewan.
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